​October 27, 2025
For if, by the trespass of the one man, death reigned through that one man, how much more will those who receive God’s abundant provision of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man, Jesus Christ! (Romans 5:17)
Creating God, today we pray for the mentors in our lives and for those we mentor along our journey. Help us to be patient and kind, mindful of the changing world and open to opportunities that may arise. Help our mentored to find their path of light you guide them along and may they find their way. May we be always work in your love and light. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 28, 2025
Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. (Matthew 10:28)
Ever-Present God, today we pray for all First Responders who respond to your call of service and sacrifice. May they have all the tools needed to do their work well. Grant them hearts and minds that are skilled and compassionate. May the politics of the work they do never come in the way of helping others. Help us to remember that without them, our communities would be very different places. Keep them safe. Grant them rest. And may they feel our love and gratitude surround them. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 29, 2025
The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.” (Romans 8:15)
Caring God, today we pray for ourselves and all around us. We pray that everyone has the care and support they need to journey through whatever phase of life they’re in. Help to give us strength and time to help others as we can, as we are the best caregivers – people who know each other as friends and neighbours. May we create a strong sense of community, keeping us in tune with our neighbours, our friends, our families, and you, O God. Be with us and within us all. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 30, 2025
But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear their threats; do not be frightened.” (1 Peter 3:14)
Uplifting God, we pray that we are the kind of people and community who lifts others up in our world. When we see others struggle, may we offer a smile or a word of encouragement. May we be present with a sense of positivity, or empathetic as we feel the situation calls for. God, help us to journey through our world, not so worried about someone doing something wrong, but more focused on shining light where darkness looms. May we be beacons of your love. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 31, 2025
Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. (Psalm 23:4)
Playful God, as our communities celebrate Halloween, keep them safe. May those who are driving be very mindful of the dark and of the little ones who are too excited to remember safety guidelines. Be with families who have to try to put children to sleep after a night of candy and fun. For those who don’t like Halloween, may they find time for themselves and their friends and do something good for their souls. Help to always keep us playful God, as our world can be super stressful. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
November 1, 2025
Moses answered the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord
will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again.” (Exodus 14:13)
On Saturdays we pray for children and families and pray that the candy hangovers don’t create moody littles today. We pray that the fun of Halloween still lives in their hearts and that everyone was rewarded with a little rest. On the first of the month, we also pray for elements of Truth & Reconciliation, and so we think of our Indigenous brothers and sisters and pray they also had fun this Halloween. Keep us connected as we learn and grow together. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
November 2, 2025
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. (Colossians 3:15)
God of all, we celebrate All Souls Day today as we remember all our ancestors who have passed away. I pray for my ancestors and all those who brought us to Canada. I give thanks for the hardships they endured so that I can have the opportunities in today’s world. Though we are not without our challenges, I am grateful that they paved a way of goodness and that we learn from the things that were harmful too. Grant in us open hearts and minds, as we give thanks for their lives and stories that carry on in us. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. 

​October 20, 2025
Praise the Lord. Blessed are those who fear the Lord, who find great delight in his commands (Psalm 112:1)
Creating God, today we recognize Information Overload Day, living in a world overflowing with voices, screens, news, and endless messages. Calm our anxious minds. Help us to pause and breathe. Remind us to listen for your voice. Help us to discern the truth and what really matters. Give us courage to set the world aside and to enjoy the peace, stillness, and quiet that is around us. Keep us forever focused on you and your love for all. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 21, 2025
The Lord will establish you as his holy people, as he promised you on oath, if you keep the commands of the Lord your God and walk in obedience to him. (Deuteronomy 28:9)
God of all, we celebrate Dwali with our friends and neighbours. As lamps are lit and homes are brightened, we give thanks for the gift of hope that shines in every heart. Erase the darkness of fear, greed, and hatred and fill us with your love, joy, and peace. May this season of Dwali inspire us, reminding us that even the smallest light can overcome great darkness. Guide us to carry your light into our families, our communities, and our world. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 22, 2025
And may your hearts be fully committed to the Lord our God, to live by his decrees and obey his commands, as at this time. (1 Kings 8:61)
Maker of all beautiful things, you have created the sun and the sky and set the heavens in perfect order. As light floods the temple at Abu Simbel today (in Egypt), remind us how your light reaches every corner of creation. Inspire us as we honour the human achievement that has created the temple and how things align just right. Ignite the light in our hearts to scatter the shadows of fear and doubt. As the light aligns to highlight the beauty of the temples, may we be aligned for your purpose and truth. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 23, 2025
For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. (2 Peter 1:21)
Loving God, today we pray for event planners and organizers. Many do these things in our work and in our communities and are often the unsung heroes. We pray that their passion and dedication to doing good work and in creating memorable moments is nurtured and encouraged. May networking and connections continue to grow strong so the work can be easier. We give thanks to all who plan events in the church and pray that all who come our way feel the spirit of hospitality, community, and blessing in all their days. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 24, 2025
But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8)
Comforting God, today is World Development Information Day and we pray for all the challenges experienced around the world. We pray for communities experiencing poverty, inequality, and who can’t access education. We pray for our friends experiencing homelessness and mental health illnesses and who can’t access what they need. We pray for governments with integrity and values, for leaders who are visionaries and risk-takers, and for communities that can see beyond their own needs to help others.
In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 25, 2025
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. (Galatians 5:1)
On Saturdays we pray for children and families and on the 25th of each month we pray for those who have died and those who miss them. God, for our families, friends, pets, and relationships, be with us. May we continue to connect and seek one another out to bring meaning into our lives, especially after a loss of any kind. We pray for our children and their families who are missing loved ones, and pray they continue to share memories and lessons learned from those who have passed. God be with us all. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 26, 2025
But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. (1 Peter 2:9)
God of the world, today is Austrian National Day and we celebrate with our brothers and sisters. It’s a day where an Austria adopted the Federal Constitutional Law on the Neutrality of Austria. They decided it won’t be involved in any military alliances and won’t allow any military bases to be established there. They also celebrate their re-establishment of sovereignty after WWII. Help us to learn more about our neighbours and friends and their histories.
In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. 

​October 13, 2025
Our Redeemer – The Lord Almighty is his name – is the Holy One of Israel. (Isaiah 47:4)
O Holy One, on this Thanksgiving Monday, we take time to give thanks for all the good things in our lives. Thank you for health, friends, family, and the changes in the seasons. Thank you for shelter, food, and clean water.  Help us to provide all these things, as we are able, to our neighbours in need. We give thanks to farmers and all who provide food. And God, thanks for Chocolate! In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 14, 2025
You, Lord, are my lamp; the Lord turns my darkness into light. (2 Samuel 22:29)
God, today is World Standards Day, where we recognize and celebrate some of the things that have been standardized so we can work together well, all over the world. Where the world seeks power, help us seek service. Where the world values wealth, help us treasure kindness. Where the world promotes fear, help us walk in faith. Guide us to live by your standards of love. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 15, 2025
When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them? (Psalm 8:3-4)
Today, O God, we focus on personal and community dignity. On this Global Dignity Day, help us define what dignity means for us.  Teach us to honour one another with respect. Help us to lift up the forgotten. Guide us to walk in the way of love and justice. May we grant each of your children the dignity they deserve. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 16, 2025
“This is what the Lord Almighty says: ‘In a little while I will once more shake the heavens and the earth, the sea and the dry land. I will shake all nations, and what is desired by all nations will come, and I will fill this house with glory,’ says the Lord Almighty. (Haggai 2:6-7)
Loving God, thank you for the values that guide our lives. We give thanks for the Ten Commandments that give us good rules to live by. Help us to choose kindness over cruelty, truth over falsehood, and compassion over indifference. May our words and actions today reflect the love of Christ in all we do. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 17, 2025
“I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.” (Revelation 1:8)
God of mercy, today is Child Poverty Day and we think of all who live without the basic necessities of life. For families who are without food, safety, care, shelter, or clothing, may we hear their pleas. Help us to be a community where we do our best to ensure no one is without. Guide us in discovering ways to end poverty, and help us to see ways we can support each other in our neighbourhoods. God be with us. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 18, 2025
Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Saviour and my God. (Psalm 42:11)
On Saturdays we pray for children and families. Today is International Repair Day and we think of all the things around us that may need fixing. First, we give thanks for the skills and tools that help us to repair things.  We also give thanks that we have things to repair.  But God, I think we need to pray not just for the objects and tools that need our help, but for our communities, families, and relationships. Help us imagine renewal. Help us to address brokenness. May we help provide hope. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 19, 2025
For we did not follow cleverly devised stories when we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ in power, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. (2 Peter 1:16)
Creating God, today we pray as it’s Evaluate Your Life Day. Help us to reflect on our accomplishments and the things we thought we might have done by now. May we consider the great things we can still conquer and achieve before our earthly time is up. Let us not dwell on the negatives or the ‘what if’s’ but focus on the ‘I will’s’ and ‘I can’s’. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. 

​October 6, 2025
And they were calling to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.” (Isaiah 6:3)
Loving and Comforting God, on this World Day of Bullying Prevention, help us to encourage all people into good ways of being. May we all be willing to learn and grow and change as our understanding of the world and human nature does. Grant us strength to ask forgiveness, grace when seeking change, and perseverance when addressing bullies. May we all want to learn more about how to be with one another for the health and peace of us all. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 7, 2025
God came from Teman, the Holy One from Mount Paran. His glory covered the heavens and his praise filled the earth. His splendour was like the sunrise; rays flashed from his hand, where his power was hidden. (Habakkuk 3:3-4)
Creating God, today we celebrate “You Matter to Me” day. May we take time to email, text, call, or write someone to let them know just that. May we think about the person or people we couldn’t live without and tell them how much it means to have them in our lives. For our busiest folks, grant us a time to make this a priority. This little act can change someone’s life, especially if they are feeling lost or alone. Help us to love one another in the ways you call us to. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 8, 2025
“Many nations will be joined with the Lord in that day and will become my people. I will live among you and you will know that the Lord Almighty has sent me to you.” (Zechariah 2:11)
Today, O God, we pray for our friends who live with Dyslexia. Though some might think of it as a learning disorder, others might consider it an opportunity to be creative and grow in a different way. We give thanks for the diversity of everyone around us, and I pray that we have grace and kindness to work alongside and encourage all our friends, regardless of ability or disability. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 9, 2025
“Look, he is coming with the clouds,” and “every eye will see him, even those who pierced him”; and all the peoples on earth “will mourn because of him.” So shall it be! Amen (Revelation 1:7)
God of all words, today is Harry Potter Book Day. For those who love the series, may we dive into one of our favourites and read it again. For those who love other books, may we find something new to read and to escape the world around us as we live into our imaginations. For the budding authors in our midst, may we encourage them to write so that we can enjoy their creation. May we celebrate the words – whether we read them or listen to them – and the worlds created within them.  In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 10, 2025
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. (Psalms 19:1)
Loving God, today is World Homelessness Day. The statistics are staggering as more people around the world are without a place to call their own. As we get into our coldest season, help us to see each other and to check in on one another. May we support the organizations that provide food and shelter to those in greatest need, and to actively seek and share ideas of how to make systemic changes. We pray for a world where everyone has basic needs, dignity, and respect. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 11, 2025
“Where were you when I laid the earth’s foundation? Tell me, if you understand. Who marked off its dimensions? Surely you know! Who stretched a measuring line across it? On what were its footings set, or who laid its cornerstone – while the morning stars sang together and all the angels shouted for joy?” (Job 38:4-7)
On Saturdays we pray for children and families, and though we pray for all children and families today, we think especially of those in Armenia. They celebrate Yerevan Day with events, music, food, and dancing. They celebrate their resilience and renewal for a city that has stood the test of time. May we all carry a little celebration in our hearts today, encouraging us to play and to enjoy where and who we are and what we have in life. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
 
October 12, 2025
“I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.” (Genesis 12:2-3)
Creating God, today we pray for and thank farmers. It is work that not everyone can do. We thank you for their adaptability to technology and change, for their advocacy for quality, and their willingness to take risks with seasons, animals, and mother nature. Grant them peace, O God. Grant them rest. Grant them the knowledge that they are also heroes in our lives.  In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.