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PRAYER TEAM

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Be joyful always; pray continuously; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

Chair: MARY HUSK

MEMBERS: Fay Clark, Vivian Gold, Ed & Wanda Gossell, Ginger Gutshall, Penny Hall, Ruth Thaxter, Judy Retter, Dorothy Thomas.

St. Paul's Prayer Team was re-orgainzed in 2002, establishing both a Prayer Team and a Prayer Chain. The purpose of the Prayer Team is to increase the awareness of prayer in the daily lives of St. Paul's members, through various types of prayer functions during the year. General prayer requests are passed on to the Prayer Chain, through email or a phone call. "Confidential" requests are given only to the Prayer team, who meet EVERY Tuesday at 4:15p.m. in the church.

Do you have a PRAYER REQUEST? Let us know your prayer needs........Email us at: stpaulsumcraymore@comcast.net

Please specify whether it's "confidential"- just for the Prayer Team or "general"- for the entire chain.

Are YOU the Missing Link?- A praying church is a strong church. St. Paul's has a great Prayer Chain. YOU are invited to be a part of this very effective ministry. There is no fee involved, no meetings to attend, no records or reports needed. Your desire to pray for others as others are praying for you in times of need is all that is necessary.

Prayer concerns & requests are posted on the Prayer Chain E-mail or you'll receive a phone call if you prefer. To be included on the Prayer Chain please contact the church office. You will be glad you did as God blesses this special ministry.

Church Office: stpaulsumcraymore@comcast.net

The Prayer Team Meets Weekly - Tuesday at 4:15p.m. New members are always welcome!

The Prayer Team Honors the Prayer Chain at the 2010 Breakfast:

7 Points of Prayer:

1. Government: Pray for our leaders, as well as the judges in our courts. Ask God to grant them wisdom to act with integrity.

2. Military: Pray for divine protection and guidance for our armed forces. Intercede for military chaplains and loved ones at home.

3. Media: Pray for truth and morality to be presented.

4. Business: Pray that God will raise up His ambassadors in the workplace.

5. Education: Pray for safety, morally sound instruction and wholesome environments.

6. Church: Pray for unity and boldness in proclaiming God's Word.

7. Family: Pray that families will follow godly principles.

5 Fingers of Prayer:

1. Your thumb is nearest to you, so begin your prayers for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is as C.S. Lewis once said, "A Sweet Duty."

2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct and heal: this includes teachers, doctors and ministers. They need support and wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers.

3. The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our leaders. Pray for the president, leaders in business and industry, and administrators. These people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God's guidance.

4. The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is our weakest finger; as any piano teacher will testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble or pain. They need your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them.

5. And lastly comes our little finger; the smallest of all, which is where we should place ourselves in relation to God and others. As the bible says, " the least shall be the greatest among you." Your pinkie should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs will be put into proper perspective and you will be able to pray for yourself more effectively.

PRAYER:

Communion with God is the highest activity of which people are capable. Jesus himself prayed secretly (Luke 5:16) and especially at times of spiritual conflict (Matthew 26:29). In His prayers He offered thanks (Luke 10:21), sought guidance (Luke 6:12), interceded (John 17:6), and had fellowship with God (Luke (;28).

Colossians 2:6-7

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.