Immanuel Church
2950 Blue Jay Street V2T 5P5 Abbotsford, BC, Canada

*Lunchtime Prayer* For business leaders making difficult decisions that affect the lives of their employees: God, give these women and men wisdom, and help them to lead self-sacrificially.

*Lunchtime Prayer* For Christians in every neighborhood, community, and city: May your Holy Spirit inspire us to pray, to give, to love, to serve, and to proclaim the gospel, that the name of Jesus Christ might be glorified around the world. God, we trust that you are good and do good. Teach us to be your faithful people in this time of global crisis. Help us to follow in the footsteps of our faithful shepherd, Jesus, ... who laid down his life for the sake of love. Glorify his name as you equip us with everything needed for doing your will. Amen. See more

If you missed our service this past week, or you know someone who should watch it, our service is available on demand under our sermons tab on our website! Immanuelonline.ca

*Lunchtime Prayer* For international travelers stuck in foreign countries: God, help them return home safely and quickly.

*Lunchtime Prayer* For families with young children at home for the foreseeable future: God, help mothers and fathers to partner together creatively for the care and flourishing of their children. For single mothers and fathers, grow their networks of support. For parents who cannot stay home from work but must find care for their children: God, present them with creative solutions

*Lunchtime Prayer* For our scientific community, leading the charge to understand the disease and communicate its gravity: God, give them knowledge, wisdom, and a persuasive voice.

*Lunchtime Prayer* For pastors and church leaders (elders, community group and lay leaders, volunteer leaders, etc.) faced with the challenges of social distancing: God, help them to creatively imagine how to pastor and lead people and love their cities well.

*Lunchtime Prayer* For workers in a variety of industries facing layoffs and financial hardship: God, keep them from panic, and inspire your church to generously support them.

A message from Pastor Kyle in response to today's announcement about BC's latest restrictions regarding COVID-19

*Lunchtime Prayer* For Christian missionaries throughout the world, especially in areas with high rates of infection: God, provide them with words of hope, and equip them to love and serve those around them.

*Lunchtime Prayer* For those with mental health challenges who feel isolated, anxious, and helpless: God, provide them every necessary support.