September 29, 2025
Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up. (Proverbs 12:25)
Creating God, today is World Heart Day and we think of all of our brothers and sisters who live with heart disease and such. Help us to be intentional about keeping our hearts strong so we can make memories with our loved ones and changes in the world. For those needing a heart transplant, may we consider leaving our precious organs available for someone else when our earthly days are done. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 30, 2025
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. We love because he first loved us. (1 John 4:18-19)
God, today we recognize that it’s the 10th year since the Truth & Reconciliation Report came out. We give thanks for the hard work of the Commission, for the bravery of survivors to share their stories, and to the many who seek justice and peace. Help us to continue learning and guide us in the path ahead. May we find tangible ways to earn back trust, to understand each other, and to move forward with sincerity and empathy.  In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 1, 2025
But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. (Luke 6:35)
Loving and Inspiring God, today we’re starting a new prayer tradition, where we pray for truth and reconciliation within our relationships with Indigenous Communities (monthly, on the 1st day). My prayer is that it sets an intention, so we don’t forget the covenant we made recently. That covenant calls us to do and be something more than land acknowledgers. God, we need your help in this path forward. We need your love and guidance, your mercy and grace as we pave a new path. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 2, 2025
And this is love: that we walk in obedience to his commands. As you have heard from the beginning,
his command is that you walk in love. (2 John 1:6)
Loving God, we pray that our walk with you is sincere and authentic. We pray that you hear us in our joys and sorrows. We pray that you help us to be who you believe us to be each and every day. Where we falter, pick us up and push us forward. Where we make you proud, may we feel peace and satisfaction in our hearts. Help us, O God, to be kind, patient, and empathetic in a world where we tear each other down to get ahead. God be with us. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 3, 2025
For the Lord will take up their case and will exact life for life. Do not make friends with a hot-tempered person, do not associate with one easily angered. (Proverbs 22:23-24)
Comforting God, we celebrate the simplest of things in the world – a smile. We may be tired, or angry, or sad at times, but when someone smiles in an authentic way, it can change us. May we share a smile with anyone who comes our way, and take every opportunity we can to share a little light with others. God, help us to be grace in our world today. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 4, 2025
“So may all your enemies perish, Lord! But may all who love you be like the sun when it rises in its strength.” Then the land had peace forty years. (Judges 5:31)
On Saturdays we pray for children and families, and today we include our pets. God, thank you for all who surround us, who care for us, who tend to us, and who love us. We give thanks for everyone in our lives, regardless of age and relationship, who help us to be our best. Be with our families, O God, and may they have time for church so we can surround them with community. Be our hope and our grace all our days.  In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 5, 2025
These are the things you are to do: Speak the truth to each other, and render true and sound judgment in your courts. (Zechariah 8:16)
O Holy One, thank you for the gift of church and community, especially on Sundays. We pray we our worship today is delightful to You. Be in us as we celebrate Worldwide Communion and think about the variety of cultures, demographics, races, genders, belief systems, ways of living, and how many people are Your children in this world. God, keep us humble and full of wonder. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. 

September 22, 2025
Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Do you think that in such a short time you can persuade me to be a Christian? Paul replied, “Short time or long – I pray to God that not only you but all who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these chains.” (Acts 26:28-29)
Creating God, we don’t pray for Mondays often, and so we take time to honour the traditional start to the week and the grumbling we may bring into it. I recognize it could mean that more expectations, less sleep, more chaos, less fun, and more. I give thanks for the hours we are given in our days and the things we get to do. For the things we grumble about, be with us, O God. We are Your perfectly imperfectly children. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 23, 2025
The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him; it is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord. (Lamentations 3:25-26)
Holy God, for our friends who are living with a chronic condition like pain or addiction or terminal illness or disease, be with them. I pray that we are empathetic people who surround them and offer connection and maybe even a reprieve in the dark times. May we offer more than thoughts and prayers, and be an ear to listen for venting, to hear their journey, to understand their condition, and to walk the talk of our faith. May we never diminish or lessen their experience.  In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 24, 2025
For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay. (Habakkuk 2:3)
God, we thank you for being with us through all the stages and ages of life. We give thanks for the vibrancy and energy of youth and the permission to slow down through the years. We pray that our community respects the diversity of all ages in our midst and what treasures lie within it. Thank you for folks who take risks to bring all ages together, to encourage young folks to see what we see in them, and to encouraging folks of all ages to love and serve boldly. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 25, 2025
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. (2 Corinthians 12:9-10)
Loving God, the 25th of the month is set aside to think about those who are grieving and those who have died. We think of those who have left and were blessed with hospice care. We think of those who have died tragically in car accidents. We think of those whose cancer took over their bodies. For all the ways in which our loved ones have passed away, bless their souls and may they watch over us. And we give honour, grace, and hugs to those who miss them dearly. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 26, 2025
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. (2 Peter 3:9)
Encouraging God, today we are called to be brave. May we take up an opportunity that comes our way and try something new. May we speak out for justice, help a stranger, or something else that may be outside our comfort zone. Help us to go beyond ourselves and who we think we are, to experience something new and maybe discover who You think we are. God, thank you for your unending love and hope in us. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 27, 2025
For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?” (Esther 4:14)
On Saturdays we pray for children and families. Today is family health and fitness day and we pray everyone is taking care of their health and overall wellness. May families find ways to bond and explore the world in ways that will help keep their bodies strong. May their souls and spirit within be encouraged by the beauty of the world around us and in the hope that comes from you. May we pay attention to the needs of families today and see where we can be of service. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 28, 2025
Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. (1 Peter 4:8)
Today is Good Neighbour Day. God, we pray for our neighbourhoods and all who live within them. We pray for the homeless who call our areas home too. We pray that we can get along and, that when we can’t, we can find a resolve so we can still enjoy living near one another. Help our municipalities create opportunities to meet and greet so that we may all work together to create good neighbourhoods to live in, to play in, to heal in, and to grow in. And God, remind us when we’re being selfish, that the world is bigger than our home. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. 

​September 15, 2025
I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life. This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. (1 John 5:13-14)
Creating God, today is Family and Community Day and we pray for everyone in our areas. We pray for connections, bonding, respect, and dignity for everyone, regardless of race, culture, creed, ability, and status. We pray that we can come together to define some norms for each other – like moving from ‘each man for himself’ to ‘my community has my back’. Help us to help each other, to teach each other how to be kind and graceful, forgiving and stronger. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 16, 2025
For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 6:23)
Prepared God, as Autumn approaches we think of all that could happen in the colder season in our area. Today is Preparedness Day where we check on our emergency supplies and make note of and purchase things that may need replenishing. We also pray, O God, for a grant and process we put in, not only to be more energy efficient but also in helping our community when there are hydro outages. God, help us to always think beyond ourselves and to think of others as we review our supplies. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 17, 2025
When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, “Who then can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” (Matthew 19:25-26)
Compassionate and Forgiving God, today is “giving it up” day, where we let go of something in our hearts, forgive ourselves or someone else, and help each other to keep moving forward. Where there is something exceptionally tough to address, be in us. Even if it’s something we can think about today, to deal with another day, set it in our hearts to ponder and work on. May our hearts be filled with love and mercy. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 18, 2025
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this is not from yourselves,  it is the gift of God. (Ephesians 2:8)
Loving God, we pray for a little respect on this National Respect Day. But, more importantly, we pray for all people to have respect. We know that respect is earned and not just freely given, so help us to live in ways that easily earn the respect of others so that we can do amazing things in our world – as individuals and as a community. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 19, 2025
For I take no pleasure in the death of anyone, declares the Sovereign Lord. Repent and live! (Ezekiel 18:32)
God of all working people, today we pray for our Tradespeople. We give thanks for their work, their skills, and their passion for what they do to create the world and the beauty we live within. For carpenters, plumbers, electricians, mechanics, masons and roofers, painters and welders, cooks and hairstylists, millwrights and transportation workers, construction workers, HVAC and more. Thank you for their skills to build, create, and repair. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 20, 2025
You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence,
with eternal pleasures at your right hand. (Psalms 16:11)
On Saturdays we pray for children and families. We pray for the love and friendships shared. We pray for new friendships to emerge. We pray that neighbours get to know each other well and that neighbourhoods are safe places for all. May all have access to playgrounds, toys, and imaginations that can help the littles connect in fun ways. God, may they keep their innocence for a long time. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 21, 2025
Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. (James 4:7)
Today is World Gratitude Day, so we give thanks, O God. We give thanks for all that exists around us. We give thanks for communities and churches, for professionals who care for us and our assets. We give thanks for art and music, for poetry and novels, for tv and the entertainment industry. We give thanks for technology so that we can be part of our church community even if/when we can’t be together in person. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. 

​September 8, 2025
This is what I have observed to be good: that it is appropriate for a person to eat, to drink and to find satisfaction in their toilsome labour under the sun during the few days of life God has given them – for this is their lot. (Ecclesiastes 5:18)
Creating God, we give thanks for communication tools in our lives. As we recognize Literacy Day, we honour and celebrate those who teach others to read and to write. We give thanks for the things we create and absorb because of literacy. May we use these skills for good, advancing our world in compassionate and caring ways, rather than tearing each other down. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 9, 2025
Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labour in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain. (Psalms 127:1)
Advocating God, today we pray for those who have been falsely accused of wrongdoings. We pray for those who have been imprisoned or through a court process because of an accusation. May we remember that accusations can ruin lives, even if we don’t think so. Help us to teach each other how to be together, how to do conflict in healthy ways and how to separate emotion from situations. God, may Your justice always prevail. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 10, 2025
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters. (Colossians 3:23)
God, we focus on Suicide Prevention this month and ask you to be in our souls as we may hear heartbreaking stories. For those who are struggling deep in the darkness, we pray that they can give us a cue that they need us. Remind us that we cannot save the world, but we can be present in the moment and help to connect resources. May our friends who are vulnerable in this moment know that we can help when they feel defeated. Grant us the gift of a listening ear and a hopeful presence. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 11, 2025
We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labour prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. (1 Thessalonians 1:3)
Loving God, many of us remember the events of 911 that happened 24 years ago today. We pray today that our day is filled with no bad news. We pray that our world is safe from fear and war and terrorism. We pray for hope and peace and harmony. I pray that racism and discrimination are eradicated by our interest to understand and respect one another. I pray for an end to extremism so that we can live within whatever norms of society can work for us. God, be with us in our changing world. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 12, 2025
You will eat the fruit of your labour; blessings and prosperity will be yours. (Psalms 128:2)
Comforting God, today is Stand Up to Cancer Day and we pray for all who have Cancer. We pray for researchers and doctors, specialists and surgeons who are saving lives and eradicating cancer from some bodies. We pray that cancer can be stopped in our lifetime. For those new to a journey with cancer, we pray that they are comfortable and have the care needed. We pray everyone knows we are there for them, in the unique ways we can be, and that we can share our light and love along the way. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 13, 2025
For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule:
 “The one who is unwilling to work shall not eat.” (2 Thessalonians 3:10)
On Saturdays we pray for children and families and today is Positive Thinking Day. God, grant us hearts and minds that can direct our young folks in positive ways. May we not be naïve, but hopeful that they’re on good paths and doing good things. And if not, that they will learn something good from what they’re up to. Keep children and families safe from harm, joyful in Spirit, and loving in heart. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
September 14, 2025
Keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy
of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life. (Jude 1:21)
Today is National Colouring Day and we pray that all the colours in the world are available to all who want to partake in the activity. As we gather for worship, remind us that the church is a colouring book and that those who come in the doors are different colours, and together, we create a piece of art by being together. In our singing and praying, hear the colours of our souls pouring out our worship for you, O God. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.