We are beginning a church-wide prayer focus. Each month all age groups will be focusing prayer on a common people group. Please use the prayer guide provided below to help remind you to pray for them regularly throughout the month.

“And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.” Ephesians‬ ‭6‬:‭18‬
August: Educators
There are several hundred teachers, administrators, teacher’s assistants, and janitorial staff that work tirelessly for the children in our community.  They are often overworked and underappreciated.  They need our prayers and support.  

Please pray that:
• The Lord will work through our educators to demonstrate kindness, especially to kids with rough situations.
• Create an atmosphere of peace in each classroom.
• Show our educators ways to exemplify Jesus to their students.
• The Lord will give guidance for educators and administrators to make wise decisions.

Scripture verse:
• Deuteronomy 32:2a “Let my teaching fall on you like rain; and my word settle like dew.”
• Deuteronomy 31:6 “Be strong and courageous; don’t be terrified or afraid of them. For the Lord your God is the one who will go with you; he will not leave you or abandon you.”

Suggested prayer:
Heavenly Father, we lift up the educators in our community who play such a vital role in shaping the minds of our children.  Grant them wisdom, patience, and creativity in their teaching. Help them to instill knowledge and values that will develop strong character in their students. May they be a source of encouragement and inspiration to all those they teach.  Bless educators with strength and passion for their all-important work.  In Jesus’ name, Amen.

A possible action:
• Bake a cake for the teacher’s lounge at a school of your choice.
• Send a card to a teacher that you know.
• Call a local school and ask how you might donate to a teacher’s wish list.

Helpful Resource Videos:
Prayer for Teachers 

How Do Teachers Change Lives? 

Budget Teacher Gift Ideas
September: Margaret Lackey State Missions
Prayer Guide ⬅ click/tap