Prayer Items November 21st, 2021

For Church Community

1. As we head to the end of the year, may we move forward with a united spirit, one vision and one purpose as true witnesses for Jesus Christ as a disciple-making church.
2. Pray that we will continue to contribute and participate in ministry, and finish the year well.
3. We are thankful for the progress of the foyer renovation & AV upgrade project as we surpassed the halfway mark. 
4. Pray for the newly elected church councils/leaders. May God fill them with the spirit of love and unity. We look forward to serve together in the Logos family.
5. Pray for those who are navigating changing situations and discernments in decision making.
6. Pray for our Christmas preparations. Our theme is “ Hope is here!” Pray that we  have the desire to share God’s love and hope.

For God’s Kingdom

1. We are thankful for the opportunity to bless our opportunity through the upcoming initiatives for the Christmas hamper distribution and toy drive in December. As we continue with our upcoming 40^th Anniversary “Blessed to Bless” initiatives, may God help us look beyond our building to our neighborhood to reveal God’s love.
2. We are thankful for people’s participations in supporting the Operation Christmas Child shoebox project. Pray that the funds and gifts collected will bear fruits.
3. Continue to pray for Wendy and Keith Kwan in Tijuana Mexico as they establish new roots and spiritual foundations for ministry. Also, pray that connections to be reestablished.
4. As we strive to be a more welcoming and inclusive church, may God help us to make connections with people that are new to the country. Pray that God will move our hearts to participate and support the new comers, immigrants, neighbors and friends.
5. As we continue to navigate through COVID–19, let’s pray for wisdom and be mindful to keep safe and healthy.
   a. Pray for our country and the world being stricken by Covid-19.
   b. Pray for the families who have been impacted by the virus.
   c. Pray for the continuing development and distribution of the vaccine.
6. During the time of Christmas season, may we embody the season of hope and we can reach out to the world.
   a.Pray for Toronto Food Bank as they are under increasing pressures and facing unprecedented demand. Pray for caring and giving hearts.
   b.Pray for those suffering after the natural disasters around the world. Pray for Southern British Columbia being devastated by the torrential rain. The heavy rainfall has caused mudslides, flooding and forced highway closures. Pray for the rebuilding and recovery of the affected area.
   c.Pray for the reconciliation and healing process with the indigenous community. Let us continue to be mindful, have a heart to learn, listen and take action as we support the healing of past mistakes.
   d.  Pray for the political unrest around the world. 

Congregational Needs

1. Pray for our online Zoom EM prayer meetings on 1^st , 3^rd , & 5^th Wednesday at 8 PM and that people will be encouraged to participate in them during this time of uncertainty in the world.
2. Please remember in prayer our EM/YM Fellowships: Katalyst (High School) as they have Small Group Night and Refresh (Young Adults) as they have Operation Christmas Child Delivery Night on Friday, November 19^th and Philia (Junior High) as they have Premix Session 2 on Saturday, November 27. May we continue to grow in our faith through these fellowships.
3. Continue to pray for those who are sick, concerned about grandparents/ family members who are susceptible to the virus.
4. Pray for those who are isolated and struggling personally. Also, for those who are stressed over work and studying from home.

Children Ministry

1. Pray for Sunday School, be grateful to all brothers and sisters who have been serving, may God help us on finding enough teachers for new term.
2. Pray for Sonlight Bundles, may God guide our coaches to plan, help kids to learn about God’s love and mercy through fellowship.