Prayers for the Week

Ministry Sites in the Synod

• Freeman Lutheran Church, De Soto
  Gracious God, we lift up Freeman Lutheran Church in De Soto and their dedicated lay leaders. We give thanks for the diverse gifts of the priesthood of all believers; grant these leaders wisdom, vitality, and joy as they guide the life and ministry of their congregation. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Utica Lutheran Church, Ferryville
  Loving God, we pray for the community of Utica Lutheran Church in Ferryville and its lay leaders. Strengthen them in their shared witness, and fill their leadership with a deep sense of peace, purpose, and commitment to your radical welcome and love. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Vang Lutheran Church, Westby
  Almighty God, we pray for the people of Vang Lutheran Church in Westby and for Pastor Alyssa Weaver. Nurture their worship, life, and outreach together, empowering them to serve their neighbors with joy and boldly reflect your compassion in the world. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

Prayer Requests from the Synod

• Synod Mission Support Committee
  Gracious God, we pray for the synod Mission Support Committee and their vital work. Grant them discernment and wisdom as they steward our shared resources, and bless their efforts to strengthen our collective ministry, cultivate generosity, and support congregations in spreading your love. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

Emerging Leaders & Rhythms of Ministry

• Amy Jo Van Arsdahl and Luther Seminary
  Faithful God, we pray for Amy Jo Van Arsdahl as she attends Luther Seminary. Bless her studies, her discernment, and the whole seminary community as they form bold, imaginative, and inclusive leaders for a church always reforming. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Bishop Felix Malpica (Sabbatical)
  Gracious Lord, we continue to pray for Bishop Felix Malpica and his family during this season of sabbatical; grant them sustained rest, safety, and spiritual renewal. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Pastor Dione Stepanek (Acting Bishop)
  Wise God, we pray for Pastor Dione Stepanek as she continues to serve as the acting Bishop for this summer. Grant her ongoing discernment, strength, and grace in her leadership during this season. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Pastor Luci Sesvold (Sabbatical)
  Restoring God, we pray for Pastor Luci Sesvold of Journey Lutheran in Onalaska during her ongoing time of sabbatical. Grant her deep rest, renewal, and spiritual refreshment, and continue to bless the congregation in this season of reflection and growth. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

Local Ministry Partners

• LuMin in La Crosse
  God of inclusion and beloved community, we lift up the vital ministry of LuMin Campus Ministry in La Crosse, serving the students of UW-La Crosse, Viterbo University, and Western Technical College. We continue to pray for Pastor Kathryn Thompson as they walk alongside young adults, fostering spaces of sacred doubt, holistic accompaniment, and authentic connection. As campuses prepare for the coming academic year, sustain LuMin as a sanctuary of radical hospitality and LGBTQIA+ affirmation. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan
  Fiercely Loving God, we pray for Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. As our neighbors navigate the trials of economic hardship, mental health struggles, and intense summer weather, sustain their workers, advocates, and volunteers. Grant them courage, resources, and deep resilience as they disrupt cycles of harm and labor for the dignity and well-being of every person. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Sugar Creek Bible Camp & Luther Park Bible Camp
  Sheltering God, we lift up the sacred summer ministries of Sugar Creek Bible Camp in Ferryville and Luther Park Bible Camp in Chetek. Protect the campers, counselors, and staff as they navigate the outdoors, granting them safety, joy, and deep renewal in their rhythms of play, worship, and rest. May these camps continue to be spaces where young people encounter your grace and find safety in an inclusive community. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

Wider Church Partners in Ministry

• Northeastern Iowa Synod
  God, we lift up our siblings in the Northeastern Iowa Synod and Bishop Kevin Jones. Bless their congregations and ministries as they proclaim the Gospel, and inspire them to be beacons of hope, equity, and mutual care within their communities. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Greater Milwaukee Synod
  Jesus, we lift up our siblings in the Greater Milwaukee Synod and Bishop Paul Erickson. Bless their congregations and ministries as they proclaim the Gospel, and inspire them to be beacons of collaboration, hope, and mutual care in their unique contexts. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Eco-Faith Summit of the Upper Midwest
  Source of All Life, we pray for the ongoing impact of the Eco-Faith Summit of the Upper Midwest. Amidst the heavy realities of a changing climate, continue to fill participants with holy imagination, resilience, and a fierce commitment to climate justice. Teach us to work untiringly to protect our interconnected world, standing in solidarity with the communities most impacted by ecological harm. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Wisconsin Council of Churches
  God of community, we pray for the Wisconsin Council of Churches. In a culture of deep fracturing, bless their ecumenical ministry as a prophetic voice for collective liberation, equity, and healing. Amplify their collaborative advocacy as they work to dismantle systemic harm and build a state where every neighbor can truly thrive. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.

• Our Companion Synods
  God of the global family, we lift up our companions in the Iglesia Luterana del Peru and the Evangelical Church of Czech Brethren. We thank you for the gift of mutual accompaniment that breaks down borders and expands our hearts. Empower us to learn from their unique witnesses and resilience, grounding our global partnership in humility, equity, and a shared commitment to your justice. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.