October 2007 Prayer List

St. Matthew’s Prayer Ministry
October 2007

October’s scripture verse
"Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves do not break in or steal; for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”
Matthew 6: 19-21

Please pray for the following needs of St. Matthew Church.

October’s New Requests:
· We offer thanksgiving for those who came to the parish auction and enjoyed the fellowship as well as contributed to the success of the event.
· That all those that have accepted leadership roles in the Capital Campaign will be guided by the Spirit in their endeavor to help expand our physical resources.
· We are grateful for all those dedicating their time and talent to make our upcoming Fall Festival a successful weekend.
· As October is Respect for Life month, please pray for an end to abortion, capital punishment, adult stem cell research and for a greater respect for all life from conception to natural death.
· We pray for all those whose lives are touched by cancer. May God give them the strength to face each day with grace, peace and courage — and the knowledge that God is by their side.

Existing Requests:
· That the Holy Spirit may guide our capital campaign and that Christ’s spirit of generosity and sacrifice may be with all during this endeavor of hope.
· Armed Forces – may God’s protection surround our troops, especially the men and women serving from St. Matthew’s. May God strengthen their families.
· For an increase in stewardship in our parish, that more people will give of their time, treasure and talents for the good of our community
· We lift up the priests of the Archdiocese and the Topeka region as they bless us through their faithful service.

Capital Campaign Prayer
Creator God, ever present in our lives, we at St. Matthew humbly ask for your gift of Counsel so that we may know and recognize your will. Through your Spirit of Wisdom, Generosity and Perseverance, help us, in faith, make the commitments needed so that we may continue to work together to build your kingdom here on earth. As we move toward the future, inspire us during our capital campaign to be good stewards, ever thankful for the gifts you have given us, and may our sacrifices of time, talent and treasure
be united to the sacrifice of your Son Jesus, who is our Lord and Savior, now and forever. Amen.


Committee Notes:
· View online at www.saintmatthews.org
· Automatically receive the list via email (request by emailing saintmathewsprayer@yahoo.com)
· Extra copies are left in the back of the church and in the Adoration Chapel.

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May 2007 Prayer List

Month: May 2007

This Month’s Scripture Verse:
“And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.”- Hebrews 11:6
New Requests:
May the will of the Spirit guide the planning for a new parish hall and building project.
Bless the dinner for everyone practicing parish stewardship.
A prayer of thanksgiving for all who support the parish with their gifts of time, talents and financial treasure.
Protect our parish children and families during the busy summer months, expecially those who are travelling.
Existing Requests:
Armed Forces – may God’s protection surround our troops, especially the men and women serving from St. Matthew. May God strengthen their families.
For an increase in stewardship in our parish, that more people will give of their time, treasure and talents for the good of our community.
We lift us the priests of the Archdiocese and the Topeka region as they bless us through their faithful service.
This Month’s Prayer: Twenty-Third Psalm
The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures;
he leads me beside still waters;
he restores my soul.
He leads me in right paths for his name’s sake.
Even though I walk through the darkest valley,
I fear no evil;
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff--they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
my whole life. - Psalms 23: 1-6
Committee Notes:
The Prayer committee members and email addresses are being updated. Please be patient!
More people = more answered prayers. Circulate your prayer list to others, or encourage others to receive a monthly email.
Committee Contact: Kathleen Falk - saintmatthewsprayer@yahoo.com or 785.783.2966.

March 2007

Month: March 2007

This Month’s Scripture Verse:
“For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline.”
- 2 Timothy 1:7

New Requests:
Bless us as we prepare for Easter. May our Lenten activities strengthen our spirit.
Bless the many presentations and gatherings during the Lenten season.
Direct us to build a center for all God’s people.
Protect our children during Spring Break.

Existing Requests:
Praise God for the success in debt reduction.
Armed Forces – may God’s protection surround our troops, especially the men and women serving from St. Matthew. May God strengthen their families.
For an increase in stewardship in our parish, that more people will give of their time, treasure and talents for the good of our community.
We lift us the priests of the Archdiocese and the Topeka region as they bless us through their faithful service.

This Month’s Prayer:
Come Holy Spirit, come, anoint us with your purity, make us live holy lives for the glory of God.
Come Holy Spirit, come, fill us with understanding, patience, faithfulness, trustfulness, mercy, self control, humility, kindness, charity, obedience, piety, surrender and joy.
Come Holy Spirit, come, fill us with the Word of God.
Come Holy Spirit, come, make us truly new creatures in Christ, help us to shine his light where there is darkness; to bring his peace and joy where there is unhappiness. Come Holy spirit ,come, Teach us to glorify Jesus by evangelizing and becoming his instruments of love.
Come Holy Spirit, come, animate us with your holy presence. Fill your temples: take possession of our bodies, our souls, our minds and our wills; which we submit to you to glorify God.
Come Holy Spirit, come, fill us with the Power of Faith. With the great Love of God. With holy Wisdom. With abundant Grace. With innocent Purity. With everlasting Peace and with the Light of God.
Come Holy Spirit, come, dwell in us forever, with the Father and with the Son. Amen.

Committee Notes:
More people = more answered prayers. Circulate your prayer list to others, or encourage others to receive a monthly email.

Committee Contact: Kathleen Falk - saintmatthewsprayer@yahoo.com or 785.783.2966.

February 2007 Prayer List

Month – Feb. 2007: Please pray for the following needs of St. Matthew Church.

February’s scripture verse:
“However, as it is written: "No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him"—”- 1 Corinthians 2:9

February’s New Requests:
• For the St. Matthew’s committees and outreach ministries:
o During the Call to Stewardship, motivate our members to become good stewards of their time, talents and treasure.
• Bless the Valentine’s Dance on Feb. 10
• Prepare our hearts as we approach Lent. Bless the Three Practices of Faith presentations. May we draw closer to the heart of Jesus.
• Renew the Liturgical Ministers during the Reflect, Refresh, Rejoice day.
• Show us your love, kindness and grace during February.

Existing Requests:
• Armed Forces – may God’s protection surround our troops, especially the men and women serving from St. Matthew. May God strengthen their families.
• St. Matthew’s overall parish future. May the Holy Spirit direct our path to success.
• For an increase in stewardship in our parish, that more people will give of their time, treasure and talents for the good of our community.
• We thank God for providing money for debt reduction. We ask that He grant us continued progress with our finances.
• We lift us the priests of the Archdiocese and the Topeka region as they bless us through their faithful service. Strengthen and encourage Father Jerry.

February Prayer
Our Father, who created us to do your will here on earth, reveal to us opportunities to serve you at work, at home, at church, and in our communities, that we might become helpful servants and brighter lights for your world. In Christ’s name we pray. Amen.
(www.churchstreetusc.com)

Committee Notes: January begins the revised distribution method.
• View online at www.saintmatthewsprayer.blogspot.com
• Automatically receive the list via email (request by emailing saintmathewsprayer@yahoo.com)
• Church bulletin or extra copies available in the back of the church or Adoration Chapel.


Submit a St, Matthew Prayer Request for March.
Email saintmatthewsprayer@yahoo.com

January 2007 Prayer List

Month – Jan. 2007: Please pray for the following needs of St. Matthew Church.

January’s scripture verse:
"Because he loves me," says the LORD, "I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call upon me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. With long life will I satisfy him and show him my salvation."
Psalm 91:14-16

January’s New Requests:
• For the St. Matthew’s committees and outreach ministries specifically:
• The Events Committee. May the Holy Spirit refresh and inspire them as they plan and prepare.
• Bless the Parish Card Party on Jan. 20. May we bond in friendship and love
• Bless the Parish Open House featuring the available committees and activities offered by St. Matthew.
• Strengthen Father Jerry and aid in his adjustment.

Existing Requests:
• Armed Forces – may God’s protection surround our troops, especially the men and women serving from St. Matthew. May God strengthen their families.
• St. Matthew’s two, five and 10 year planning. May the Holy Spirit direct our future.
• For an increase in stewardship in our parish, that more people will give of their time, treasure and talents for the good of our community.
• We thank God for providing money for debt reduction. We ask that He grant us continued favor for the remaining amount.
• We lift us the priests of the Archdiocese and the Topeka region as they bless us through their faithful service.

January Prayer
Eternal God, we pray for peacemakers. We pray for Your blessing to be upon those who, often in quiet ways, are at work within churches to bring about reconciliation and harmony. We pray for our world and the divisions that exist within nations and between nations. Heavenly Father, unite our hearts, minds, and wills, so that all Your people might live in peace. We ask these things in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. (www.worshipaid.com)

Committee Notes: January begins the revised distribution method.
• View online at www.saintmatthewsprayer.blogspot.com
• Automatically receive the list via email (request by emailing saintmathewsprayer@yahoo.com)
• Church bulletin or extra copies left in the back of the church.

Changes for 2007

Next month, the Prayer Committee has a few changes.

The monthly list will be available four ways:
1) Monthly email
2) On the blog ... www.saintmatthewsprayer.blogspot.com
3) Link on St. Matthew's official home page
4) Paper copies available in the bulletin or in the back of the church.

Copies will no longer be mailed. This will help contain mailing costs.

Thank you.