The Gift of Intercessory Prayer

One of the blessings of being part of a church family is knowing that we do not carry our burdens alone. Intercessory prayer—the practice of lifting up the needs of others before God—is one of the most powerful ways we share Christ’s love and are bound together by the Spirit, even when apart.

Prayer chains make this gift even more tangible. A prayer chain is a network of members committed to praying when needs arise. Whether it’s for healing, strength in a difficult time, or thanksgiving for a joyful occasion, prayer chains surround people with care and compassion. First Lutheran has a long history of prayer chain participation, and we are excited to renew and strengthen this ministry!

In our ELCA tradition, we believe God hears every prayer—spoken or silent, long or short. Through prayer chains, we embody Paul’s words in 1 Thessalonians 5:11: “Therefore encourage one another and build up each other, as indeed you are doing.” Intercessory prayer is a simple but profound way to live out our baptismal calling to “bear one another’s burdens, and in this way fulfill the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2).

Participating in our First Lutheran Prayer Chain will be easier than ever. We now have a dedicated email address: prayers.FLC@gmail.com, which will be checked regularly. You may also place a written request in the prayer box in the narthex or contact the church office directly. If you would like to join in praying for others, please let us know!

Together, through prayer, we encourage one another, bear each other’s burdens, and trust God’s promise to be near to all who call on God’s name.