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Introduction to Worship for 9/25/2016

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1 Timothy 2: 1-7

With the community addressed in 1 Timothy, we are reminded that God’s people pray in all circumstances. We are urged to pray for everyone, including political leaders, so that all people may live in God’s reign of peace and wholeness – shalom. God’s wise ways lead and encourage us as we seek to live prayerfully as members of the Body of Christ and also citizens of our own countries.

Prayer is part of living faithfully as citizens of God’s realm. God’s people are called to pray for peace and justice for all people. What does it mean to pray in Jesus’ name for leaders? How might prayerful living strengthen us to work for justice, even as we pray for God’s shalom?

Family activity (can be adapted to families of all ages)

What is your favorite way to pray? Take a few minutes to reflect on this and think about one of your favorite prayers. You might think about when and where you like to pray, too.

Draw a picture of prayer – either a picture of them praying or a picture of others praying. What do you say to God when you pray?

New prayer concerns

Gratitude: Brian – divorce & health issues settled; Aaron – new part in a play; Libby – here for school; beautiful music

Grieving: Dana – death of her mom; Harley & Jack – miscarriage; Suzie – at her mom’s memorial

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