When we are in difficulty, it is a great comfort to speak to someone with life experience and wisdom. They've been through stormy winds in life, and have learned to navigate the gale.
People often take their troubles to ministers as they look for healing from their heartaches and difficulties. Often people are not looking for professional help; they need someone who is willing to listen with care.
Pastoral care
"Instead, your beauty should consist of your true inner self, the ageless beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of the greatest value in God's sight."
1 Peter 3:4
For those who persecute our brothers and sisters in God and strive to extinguish their faith: may the Almighty open their hearts to love. We pray to the Lord: Lord, hear us.
For those who would rather go to war than compromsie their personal interests: may God open their hearts to peace. We pray to the Lord: Lord, hear us.
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For those who pollute our air and water with no thought but their own profit or enjoyment: may God open their hearts to concern for others. We pray to the Lord.
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For those who have grown bitter over the weaknesses of others: may God open their hearts to hope and pray for goodness to manifest in all humanity. We pray to the Lord: Lord, hear us.
