Prayer for Community

In the silence of the night, isolation can feel like a heavy shadow.

But we were never meant to walk this path alone. The Word of

God reminds us in the book of Ecclesiastes. Though one may be overpowered,

two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.

Lord, we pray against the spirit of isolation and loneliness this year.

Knit our hearts together in true, Christ-centered community. Bring the right mentors into our

lives to guide us. And bring friends who will sharpen us and walk

beside us. Lord, open our hearts to receive the people you are