Saturday, July 16 The team departs this morning for St. Louis, MO.
Please pray for travel mercies, the building of community and wellness for the week.
Scripture to pray: “The amazing grace of the Master, Jesus Christ, the extravagant love of God, the intimate friendship of the Holy Spirit, be with all of you.” 2 Corinthians 13:14
Sunday, July 17 After sharing in worship with our host church, we will establish base camp for the week and begin making connections with each other and the community.
Please pray for the ability to care for one another and to trust the plans God has for us this week.
Scripture to pray: “Trust steadily in God, hope unswervingly, love
extravagantly. And the best of the three is love.” I Corinthians 13:13
Monday, July 18 The team starts the bulk of their work schedule
today. For the next several days, they will be building, painting and
serving our brothers and sisters at Kingdom House.
Please pray for the ability to overcome worries, put away prejudice, serve each other and know our purpose.
Scripture to pray: “Be cheerful. Keep your spirits up. Think in
harmony. Be agreeable. Do all that, and the God of love and peace will be with you for sure.” 2 Corinthians 13:13
Tuesday, July 19 The team follows a “typical” daily schedule.
Please pray for self control, open hearts, open minds and the resources necessary to accomplish the tasks.
Scripture to pray: “In all the work you are doing, work the best you can. Work as if you were doing it for the Lord, not for people.”
Colossians 3:23
Wednesday, July 20 The team has a day off. This fun day at the zoo and the gateway arch is also designed as a respite of mind and body.
Please pray for joy throughout the day, gratitude for all that we have and strength and protection in our daily walk with Christ.
Scripture to pray: “When we see that you’re just as willing to endure the hard times as to enjoy the good times, we know you’re going to make it no doubt about it.” 2 Corinthians 1:7
Thursday, July 21 The team ramps up for more ministry.
Please pray for the ability to refocus, endurance, second chances and
opportunities to reveal our faith.
Scripture to pray: “We must not become tired of doing good. We will receive our harvest of eternal life at the right time if we do not give up. When we have the opportunity to help anyone we should do it.”
Galatians 6:9-10
Friday, July 22 The team concludes their week of service and love.
Please pray for significant spiritual conversations, for the seeds that have been planted to bear much fruit and for the relationships that have been formed to continue beyond the week.
Scripture to pray: “Always be joyful. Pray continually, and give thanks whatever happens. This is what God wants for you in Christ Jesus.”
I Thessalonians 5:16-18
Saturday, July 23 The team leaves for home today.
Please pray for God to speak to each participant today as they reflect on what has taken place, for others at home to be blessed by the reports from this trip and for the team’s acclamation back to a normal routine.
Scripture to pray: “The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you. The Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26
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