Prayer For Our Future as Munholland

Almighty God and Father,

You blessed Your people that they might be a blessing and a light to the nations. You have also blessed us and called us to bless others as we continue to carry the torch of Christ’s light, love and grace to the ends of the earth.

As you lead us forward, may we continue to abide on the rich vine of Jesus Christ, nourished by God’s holy living Word. May our flourishing green branches extend to the ends of the earth to provide the life-giving fruit of the Spirit found in the healing word and works of Jesus Christ.

Father God, multiply our reach and resources so that all people might be able to grow in their walk with you through Bible studies, teachings, small groups and other biblically sound and thoroughly Wesleyan materials.

Lord Jesus, raise up a new generation of leaders who are bold to proclaim Your truth to a world where relativism prevails. Empower them and anoint them with the Holy Spirit that they might experience Christ’s love and goodness in deeper, more profound ways to share it with a world in need.

Holy Spirit, guide us as a church into new ministries where those who ask will be given, those who seek will find, and those who knock you will open the door into your life.  Give us the grace to sow seeds of love and righteousness. Lead us in new ministries to new people to renew the families and community that you have entrusted to Munholland.

Gracious Father, above all, may we be known by our love – our love for You, our love for one another and our love for the lost. May we recover the heart of the Good Shepherd whose heart breaks at the waywardness of the one. Let us not be afraid to be called to serve but use us as the Shepherd’s hands and feet in Metairie and to the wider world.

In the name of the One who is able to do far more than we could ever ask or imagine – Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.