God of the Universe, at the dawn of creation, your Spirit breathed on the waters, making them the wellspring of all holiness. You created the oceans and rivers, and all that dwell within them, and at your word the wind and the waves were born. The seasons follow your plan, and the tides rise and fall on your command. In both calm and storm, you are with us. On the Sea of Galilee, even when the disciples began to fear, Jesus showed that he was Lord over the waters by rebuking the storms, so that all would know that even the wind and the waves obey him. Creator God, we ask you to calm the wind and the waves of the approaching hurricane, and spare those in its path from harm. Help those who are in its way to reach safety. Open our hearts in generosity to all who need help in the coming days. In all things and in all times, help us to remember that even when life seems dark and stormy, you are in the boat with us, guiding us to safety. In Jesus' name, Amen. https://www.xavier.edu/jesuitresource/online-resources/prayer-index/prayers-in-times-of-crisis/in-times-of-natural-disaster#:~:text=Creator%20God%2C%20we%20ask%20you,help%20in%20the%20coming%20days.

Lord, we ask for your watchful eye to be upon us, both day and night. Protect us from physical harm, illness, and the trials of life. Be our shield and refuge in times of trouble, and grant us the strength to face challenges with faith and courage. Guide us, O Lord, in all our decisions and actions. Illuminate our path with your divine wisdom and discernment. Help us to make choices that are in alignment with your will and purpose for our lives. May our actions be filled with love, kindness, and compassion towards one another and the world around us. (https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/powerful-prayers-of-protection-over-your-family.html)

1 Timothy 2:1-2 "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness."

Beth Whitehead has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Her thyroid surgery was cancelled on Friday Oct 10th and has been rescheduled for Oct 27th. Prayers for Beth and the family will be greatly appreciated. Thank you

Beth C has had her 6th chemo treatment, that’s the halfway mark for her. She has a positive outlook, still has some nasty side effects for at least a week after treatment but as soon as she feels a bit better she tries to spend special time with the family especially the grandchildren. Her final treatment should be Dec 22nd if all goes according to plan. So far she has been a real trouper, doing well to quietly manage the bad days and enjoy the good ones. We are still so very thankful for all the prayers being offered on her behalf. We are blest.

We send you our love and the peace of Christ. Thank you for supporting us in so many ways and for calling your churches, missions ministries, and others to prayer on our behalf. We want to share a prayer request. Ken and Ai Hanasaki, a key young couple in the life of the church and our mission, and who has served in the leadership team over the last three and a half years recently moved to Tokyo for Ken's job. They recently discovered Ai has a brain tumor. She will be hospitalized Oct 1 (her birthday) to 3 for preliminary testing and treament, and then she is scheduled to have surgery on Nov 4. This is shocking, and yet God's mercy is also evident. Ai finished her job, and is covered under Ken's health insurance. Being in Tokyo, they have access to, and are now receiving, some of the best medical care in the nation. The Hanasakis were married here in Mito in October 2019, and they have 2 sons, Yuma (3 yrs) and Kanato (1 yr). Would you pray and be willing to ask your missions ministry, prayer ministry, pastoral and leadership teams, and/or the entire church to join with us at Mito church in interceding for the Hanasakis, and specifically for Ai? We would be so grateful. If anyone would like to send a prayer, scripture or message of encouragement, Hiro and I will be willing to forward it on to them. Grace and peace, Joel & Kristin Osborne Hiro & Megumi Akahoshi

Renea and Hope's nephew, David J, had cardiac bypass surgery this past Friday (Sep 19). Please pray for continued recovery from the surgery.

Oh give thanks to the Lord, for He is good for His steadfast love endures forever. (1 Chronicles 16:34) With grateful hearts and love, we (Judy & Marvin) give praise to God for your prayers, cards, visits, phone calls in the last months even as the recovery is ongoing. God in His faithfulness and His goodness is so so good, beyond all we can imagine. We rejoice in our family fellowship.

Please continue to pray for Becky A’s healing as she receives treatment for Crohn's disease.

An update from Wayne J. For now, mom is still in Hamilton General Hospital. They have determined that she needs to be sent to a long term care home due to the strokes she suffered on Aug 29. We sat down yesterday with a social worker and hospital staff to determine what home she should go to and when that might happen. It takes a while, a very stressful process. Please pray for Dorothy James (mom), myself, Earl and Craig (my brothers) and our families as we continue through this and find a place where mom can stay.

Remember the Hannah family as they say goodbye (for now) to Jean. She will be missed.

Jeff Davison Update: a recent axial abdominal CT slice through Jeff’s upper abdomen capturing the liver shows no signs of metastasis. The image shows that all previously viewed abscesses have cleared. This image shows that chemo, supplements, exercise, food as medicine and LOTS of Prayer is working! Our oncologist says that this is THE best outcome we could hope for! Jeff will continue treatment for the final 5 sessions. Then a new CT and MRI. If all looks this good still he will get a break for 6-8 weeks and then another CT, if all remains unchanged he will get a CT every 8-12 weeks to monitor. If (when) it comes back he will resume maintenance chemo to get rid of it again. He is responding well to chemo!😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀 We are incredibly grateful and joyful. ❤️ Jeff (and I) feel so blessed to have such an amazing team—Dr. Serrano at Juravinski, Dr. Yelamanchili at the Walker Cancer Centre, the clerks and nurses at the Walker Oncology Clinic and the nurses in the Chemo Suite. He has had the BEST care! We are grateful for all of you supporting him (and me) with prayers, good vibes, love and positive thoughts. Knowing so many people are in his corner lifts his spirits and gives him strength. Thank you! Please continue to pray or send positive vibes. We would love to see him continue in this positive course for a very long time!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Ruby Ford had a bad fall and is suffering with chronic pain in her back. Please pray for healing.

For several weeks now, maybe months; I receive notification each weekfrom this prayer hub that someone just prayed for me. I don't know why, but thank you. Psalm 17:6

Just a note to say that I prayed for everyone on the prayer Hub today and to let you all know that you are always in my thoughts and prayers. Rick and I are trying to adjust to our change at Fenwick Church. They are a welcoming family. My only prayer request today is for our Eric. Please pray that God will guide him and give him hope. Rick and Eric are still working at the same place where they grow and box lettuce. We all want the best for our children and I have hope that God will choose a wife for Eric and that one day he too can become a Dad. I love you all. Hope to see you at a Gathering soon. In Him, Debra

Lita continues to recuperate after donating a kidney.

Thank you for your prayers for Harold E. He left the Oakville Hospital rehab program April 15th. He was doing well at home where he fell and broke some ribs and was in the Milton Hospital for three days and then went home. He's recovering and going to rehab two days a week.

The radiation has been a complete success, so the cancer is gone! He is very grateful for the many prayers of the congregation. But Mike K is battling with numerous side effects, likely for several months. Prayers for healing would be so greatly appreciated!

Mackenzie K has a friend, Meghan R, who is recovering from bilateral mastectomy. She is healing slowly and has a long road ahead with more cancer treatments and surgery. She would appreciate being lifted in prayer.

Please keep John S in your prayers as he recovers from a stroke. He will be wearing a heart monitor for two weeks to try to determine what is causing an irregular heart beat. It hard to keep this good man down, so dealing with the implications of stroke is a real challenge. Pray for him to heal, to have peace of mind, and to be patient. Maybe add a little PS, Lord for Phyll, too. 🥰😉

Thank you for the prayers on behalf of my sister, Fannie Amy. She has completed her chemo and had a very positive result, followed by a successful surgery. She is not scheduled for any further treatment at this time. She wises to relay her to heartfelt gratitude.

Continue to remember Elaine B and the Burrows family with the passing of Rick. Your prayers are greatly appreciated.

Vanessa M as she recovers from breast cancer. She was diagnosed late last fall and had a double mastectomy in late November. Keep Vanessa, Aaron, Shaye and Rory in your prayers as well.

God we trust you and we put our confidence in you. As we look out at this world so full of conflict and disruption, violence and chaos, let us be rooted in you and let the waters of your peace flow out to all who are experiencing conflict. We pray for the people of Gaza, Lebanon, Israel, Sudan, Haiti, Ukraine and DR Congo. By your grace may peace come. Amen.

At the fundraising dinner on August 16, Joel & Hiro would like us to pray for the following items: - for our marriages (Osbornes & Akahoshis especially, also the marriages in Mito Church family) - for wisdom and love in spiritually forming leaders and church family (passion for for worship, prayer, sharing the gospel & making disciples) - for Hallelujah Kids (children's ministry) - for reach out as 'salt & light' to others in our city and on Ibaraki Christian School (IC) campus (both junior high and high school) - for Beatitude Cambodia School (BCS) in Siem Reap - for ongoing personal support and support of BCS in Cambodia

Please continue to pray for Charlie, (John’s dad), but also prayers of thanks for how well he has coped through everything. We are thankful for your prayers!♥️

Dear God, We cry out to you on behalf of the people seriously affected by the conflict in Gaza and Israel. Our hearts break at the devastation and suffering that we see, and we know it breaks yours, too. We ask that you would stretch out your mighty hand to bring an end to this war. We cry out for people who have been injured or traumatised, who have lost loved ones or their homes. Please provide everything they need and be their comfort, their hope, their healer, and their safe refuge. We pray for your peace to reign. We look to you as our Saviour and the hope of the world. Amen. (https://www.tearfund.org/stories/2023/10/how-to-pray-for-gaza-and-israel#:~:text=Dear%20God%2C,an%20end%20to%20this%20war.)

THANK YOU GOD FOR MICAH 6 COMMUNITY!

Please remember all the families that are mourning loved ones.

Let’s continue to pray for Earl & Jori as they deal with Earl’s Alzheimer’s.