The ill and homebound of our congregation:
Throughout scripture we are challenged to take care of the poor, the sick, and the homebound. Often in the hurry of our Sunday morning routine we can fail to notice those who are not among us or those who have been missing or sick for a while. In this uncertain time they may feel even more disconnected from the body of Christ. A phone call or a note can be all it takes to make sure our body remains united during these times.
Our Second Family Prayer List currently includes: Jennie Harding, Jimmy Howe, Pat Garrett, Pat Mellen, Mary Taylor, Mary Shahid, Mary Wimberly, Catherine Castellano, Margaret Linton, Frank Buckley, Allston Kitchens, Charlie Girard, McKenzie Girard, Denise Girard, David McEachern, Kay McGaha, Winkie Welborn, Bill Thompson, and Maria Fitzharris.We know this list is not exhaustive and very well may grow in the coming days. Pray too for those not listed whom you know are healing or struggling or quarantined. Reach out in care for these people. While it may be important that we be prudent during this time, we can still show that we care. Check in with each other during these isolating times via text message, email, or phone call.
Pray that the Holy Spirit may fall upon them and comfort them. Pray that they not feel distant from their church home and give them courage to reach out when in need.
The Lord upholds all who are falling and raises up all who are bowed down. The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food in due season. You open your hand; you satisfy the desire of every living thing. The Lord is righteous in all his ways and kind in all his works. The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desire of those who fear him; he also hears their cry and saves them. The Lord preserves all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy. My mouth will speak the praise of the Lord, and let all flesh bless his holy name forever and ever.
Psalm 145:14-21 (ESV)