Advent Prayer Calendar

Where there is no vision the people perish! Proverbs 29:18 KJV Lord, in your mercy hear our prayers for…
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	1     Our Bishop and pastors of the Iowa United Methodist conference.	2  The pastor and people of First UMC, Newton, for the gift of vision.	3  People who are lonely during this time of the year.	4    Schools & teachers facing difficult issues as they teach our children and youth.	5 Grateful hearts for all that the Lord has given us and God’s provisions every day.	6 Your direction as we work to show your love, peace, and justice for all people.

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	8 Those who work in emergencies services in our community.	9 That our youth will see Christ in the lives of those around them.	10 That our church will learn what it takes to make disciples for Jesus Christ.	11 The poor – emotionally and physically and for all who are ministering to them.	12 A firm trust in your goodness, and that all will work for peace throughout the land.	13 Those who teach and lead that they will have a heart for you and your word.

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	15 Grateful hearts as we grow in our love for one another.	16 Salvation Army Bell Ringers and generous gifts in support of their mission.	17 Single parents and all the challenges they face.	18 Those having a blue Christmas due to the death of loved ones.	19 Men & Women serving in the military and cannot be with family.	20 The Day of Visioning taking place January 11 in our Church.
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	22 A spirit of thanksgiving for all God has done for us in 2014.	23 For Christmas Eve Services throughout our Churches.	24 Families & individuals who are alone this Christmas.	25 A Merry Christmas and that we will not forget – Jesus is the reason for the season.	26 Safe travel for all returning home or leaving on Christmas Vacation.	27 A blessed New Year and HCI in 2015!