May 3 Greetings

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May 3 Greetings

The National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 5. This annual day of observance is held on the first Thursday of May and was designated by the United States Congress. People are invited "to turn to God in prayer and meditation". The modern law enacting the annual observance was ratified in 1952, although earlier days of fasting and prayer had been established by the Second Continental Congress from 1775 until 1783, and by President John Adams in 1798 and 1799.

Here is a unique way for our congregation to participate in this special day. Here are times of day that link to Bible chapter/verse number; for example: at 8:39am, you'll pray based on Romans 8:39. This can take a little time at each interval of prayer, or as much as you need. It’s a great way to remember to be in conversation with God throughout the day.

Please join us in praying at these times. Setting alarms in your phone may remind you.

8:39am Pray that you will see Jesus’ presence with you all day long.

Nothing will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:39

11:28am Pray and name the things that weary you.

Come to me, all who are weary and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28

12:12pm Pray for those ‘running the race’ against great difficulties.

And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12:1-2

1:57pm Pray that you may know God’s care for you.

Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7

2:31pm Pray with gratitude for who God is in your life.

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. Psalm 23

3:36pm Pray for God to guide your paths.

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Proverbs 3:3-6

5:24pm Pray for justice in our world.

But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream. Amos 5:24

6:10pm Table grace: the Lord’s Prayer, found in Matthew 6:9-13

8:26pm Pray with gratitude that we don’t have to pray well – that God receives all prayers with love.

Likewise, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. Romans 8:26

11:09pm If you’re still awake…

And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. Luke 11:9

For more information about National Day of Prayer events in Prescott Valley, Read More.

Prescott Valley Prays

On May 12th, Prescott Valley citizens along with government and community leaders will unite to observe a day of prayer for our town, our state, and our nation. Registration is required to save your place for this free event.

Thank you to everyone for all your texts and emails regarding the Lowe family Covid-19 experience. We have recovered well and are thankful to be on the other side of it! Please everyone, continue to take good care and I hope to see you all in church this coming Sunday.

When you enter the front door of the church, look up to the right! There is a bird nesting under the portico! Be careful, the door swinging sometimes frightens the parents, and they make a quick escape!

Peace in Christ,

Pr Tricia

Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Prescott Valley, AZ