Prayer Team

Scripture

“The prayer of a righteous man has great power in its effects.” (James 5:16)

Mission Statement

The mission of the Social Concerns Prayer Team is to lift up those in need through intentional, faith-filled prayer—interceding for the suffering, the lonely, and the vulnerable, and trusting in God’s healing mercy to reach hearts and lives through the power of united prayer.

Ministry Description

A Ministry of Intercessory Prayer

• Offers intentional prayer support for individuals and families facing physical, emotional, spiritual, or financial hardship
• Partners with the Mary Queen Social Concerns Ministry by lifting up specific needs and intentions in prayer
• Receives regular email updates that include:
• Names and intentions (first names only or anonymous as needed)
• Monthly prayer themes
• Scripture passages to guide reflection and intercession
• This is a no-meetings ministry—just a shared commitment to pray intentionally for those we serve through Social Concerns. Prayers can be offered from home, at your own pace, and in your own way
• Open to anyone who feels called to compassionately intercede for those in need
• Trusts in the power of united prayer to bring comfort, hope, and healing through God’s grace

How to Participate

• Send an email to chrisaustgen@maryqueenchurch.org to receive monthly email updates and prayer intentions

December Prayer Theme: Peace and Nonviolence

In this holy season, we prepare for the coming of Christ, the Prince of Peace, yet our world still aches with anger, division, and fear. We pray for peace and nonviolence so that God may first calm the storms within us and then work through us to heal the world. Each prayer becomes an act of hope, a way of saying yes to compassion, forgiveness, and the gentle strength of Christ’s love. 

Scripture reminds us:  “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” — Matthew 5:9