Prayers for the Week
Ministry Sites in the Synod
For Trinity Lutheran Church in Hustler, WI and their lay leaders
Loving God, we give thanks for the dedication of the lay leaders at Trinity Lutheran. Bless their hearts, hands, and voices as they carry out ministry, guide worship, and nurture faith in their congregation. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For Immanuel Lutheran Church in Viroqua, WI and Pastor Michele Engh
God of grace, grant wisdom, peace, and fresh vision to Immanuel Lutheran Church and Pastor Michele Engh. May their ministry reflect your boundless love and bring hope to the Viroqua community. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For Bethany Lutheran Church in New Lisbon and Pastor Lucy Hardie
Gracious God, surround the people and leadership of Bethany Lutheran Church with your Holy Spirit. Guide Pastor Lucy Hardie with wisdom, energy, and joy as they faithfully serve their community together. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
Prayer Requests from the Synod
For the family and friends of Pastor Peter Peterson
God of eternal comfort, bring your gentle presence to all who mourn the passing of Pastor Peter Peterson. Hold his wife, Pat, and their loved ones close in your abiding peace as they grieve and celebrate his legacy of faith. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For the family and friends of Pastor Jim Radatz
Compassionate God, wrap your healing peace around all who mourn the passing of Pastor Jim Radatz. Comfort his wife, Lucy, and their loved ones in their grief, and ground them in the gentle promise of eternal life. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For all congregations celebrating Vacation Bible School
Joyful God, we thank you for the vibrant Vacation Bible School programs hosted across our synod this week. Bless the seeds of faith planted in the children, and reward the energy and devotion of all volunteers. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For Pastor Pat Ziems
Healing God, guide the hands and minds of the medical team preparing for Pastor Pat Ziems' upcoming surgery. Grant Pastor Pat calm assurance, physical strength, and a swift, full recovery. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For Maddie Sweeney & Family
God of compassion, hold Maddie Sweeney and her family close as they grieve the loss of her grandfather. Surround them with your comfort, assurance, and the hope of the resurrection. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Emerging Leaders & Rhythms of Ministry
For Jason Knipe as he continues his seminary journey
God of wisdom and call, bless Jason Knipe as he enters his third year of study at Wartburg Seminary. Deepen his understanding, sustain his passion for ministry, and equip him with grace and insight for the work ahead. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For congregations in the call process
Holy Spirit, blow through every congregation currently in transition. Give wisdom and clarity to their call committees, grant patience during this time of waiting, and prepare the hearts of future leaders called to serve. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For Pastor Dione Stepanek, Acting Bishop
God of counsel, endow Pastor Dione Stepanek with discernment, grace, and steady endurance as she serves as acting Bishop for our synod this summer. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For Bishop Felix Malpica and his family
Restorative God, grant Bishop Felix Malpica and his family a time of rich renewal, holy rest, and peaceful refresh during his sabbatical. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For Pastor Luci Sesvold, her family, and Journey Lutheran Church
Provider God, bless Pastor Luci Sesvold and her family with rest during her sabbatical, and enliven the congregation at Journey Lutheran as they discover new ways to grow and share in ministry while she is away. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
Local Ministry Partners
For LuMin in La Crosse
God of radical welcome, we give thanks for the life-giving ministry of LuMin La Crosse. Keep Pastor Kathryn Thompson in your grace as she walks alongside students at UW-La Crosse, Viterbo, and Western Tech. As a new academic year begins, make LuMin a true sanctuary of honest doubt, deep belonging, and sacred community. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan
Anchor of Hope, bless the hands and hearts of Lutheran Social Services across Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. As our neighbors face economic hardship, mental health struggles, and seasonal challenges, renew every caseworker, advocate, and volunteer with your strength. Grant them abundant resources and bold courage to honor the sacred dignity of all people. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
Wider Church Partners in Ministry
For the Southeast Michigan Synod
God of unity and transformation, pour out your Spirit upon the people and leaders of the Southeast Michigan Synod. Grant them wisdom and fresh vision as they share your love, cultivate vibrant communities, and embody Christ’s peace across their neighborhoods and cities. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For the Northwest Lower Michigan Synod
Creator God, watch over the congregations, leaders, and communities of the Northwest Lower Michigan Synod. Strengthen their shared witness, deepen their commitment to neighborly love, and fill them with hope and vitality as they serve your world together. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For Creation
God of wonder and life, we give thanks for the beautiful and fragile web of your creation. Forgive our neglect, awaken our awe, and fill us with the courage to be faithful stewards of the earth—protecting the waters, skies, and lands so all living things may thrive. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For the Wisconsin Council of Churches
God of unifying love, bless the prophetic witness of the Wisconsin Council of Churches as they bring diverse voices together in common purpose. In a fragmented world, empower their advocacy for equity, peace, and collective healing. Uproot systemic injustice through their work, and build up communities across Wisconsin where every neighbor can truly flourish. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For Lutheran Disaster Response:
God of compassion and strength, we pray for the ministry of Lutheran Disaster Response as they bring relief, hope, and healing to communities shattered by crises around the globe. Guide the hands of relief workers, sustain those who grieve losses, and grant us generous, steadfast hearts to walk alongside our neighbors in their hours of greatest need. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
For our Companion Synods
Bond of Unity, we uplift our global partners in faith, the Iglesia Luterana del Peru and the Evangelical Church of Czech Brethren. Deepen our ties of friendship, embolden our shared witness, and let your Spirit pour out wisdom, peace, and vitality upon their leaders and congregations as they proclaim your gospel in their lands. Lord, in your mercy… receive our prayer.
