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| Prayer Ministry Prayer is one of Incarnation’s eight core values. As expressed in our Mission, Vision, and Values statement, we believe: PRAYER is
an expression of our relationship with God and is woven into the fabric
of life at Incarnation. We pray individually and together as a faith
community, interacting with God as partners in ministry, and seeking
God’s heart and will. Because prayer is such an essential part of how we connect with God and grow in faith, Prayer Ministry at Incarnation is designed to help individuals and the faith community as a whole. Current Opportunities Centering Prayer--Weekly Gatherings Step out of the chaotic pace of life and refill your spirit by beginning your day with quiet guided prayer. No experience necessary. All are welcome. Come when you can. When: Tuesdays, 7:00 - 7:30 a.m. through December 15th; beginning again January 5, 2010 Where: Incarnation Chapel Developing a Deeper Prayer Life For practical ideas on developing a deeper prayer and devotional life at home, visit the Tools for Living page. Centering Prayer  "Be still, and know that I am God!" (Psalm 46.10) Begin your day with others in the quiet presence of God. When: Tuesday mornings, now - May 18; 7 - 7:30 a.m. Where: Incarnation Chapel. They are available to pray with you, for you, or for any other matters for which you desire prayer. When: First Sunday of each month, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 in the Incarnation Chapel and following 10:45 worship in Incarnation Hall. Wednesday Morning Pray-ers
One of the easiest ways to support one another is by praying for the individuals listed on the Prayer Concerns list in the bulletin each week. To add your name or the name of a loved one to that public prayer list, simply contact the Incarnation Office at 651-484-7213 or email Joan Volkmann. Individuals will remain on the public prayer concerns list for three week and then will come off. To keep the person on the list longer, simply contact the Incarnation Office again with that request. The person to be listed must be asked and give permission for their name to be included in the public prayer concerns list. This is to protect their privacy and respect their wishes. Members/Active Participants are listed by name, family members who are not members are listed by the relationship (i.e. John Smith's sister), and friends are listed by first name (i.e. Jane Doe's friend Sally). The Public Prayer Concerns list is published in the bulletin each week and in the Weekly (Yellow) Announcement sheet. If you were not in worship or did not receive an announcement sheet, visit the Publications page to download it. Non-Published Prayer Concerns List If you or someone you know would like to be prayed for but not be included in the public prayer concerns list, you/they can be added to the Non-Published Prayer Concerns List which is prayed for each week by the Staff and Prayer Leaders and prayed for monthly by the Incarnation Congregation Council. These requests do remain confidential. Like the published prayer list, it is important to have permission from anyone being added to this list. Prayer Leaders The Prayer Leaders are a group of individuals who have been trained to pray for the concerns of others. They are available in the Chapel on the first Sunday of each month and also meet to pray the last Tuesday of each month. If you are interested in joining the Prayer Leaders or if you desire prayers for healing or special prayers at times other than the first Sunday of the month, contact Pastor Jeanne Markquart. Small Groups on Prayer From time to time new small groups will form with an emphasis on prayer. For current opportunities, visit the Small Group Ministry page. Fall Prayer Event / Lenten Day of Prayer / Summer Prayer Event Three times a year, in November, during Lent, and in the summer, the Incarnation community comes together in prayer in an intentional way. Individuals and families are asked to sign up for a 30-minute time slot at some point during that day. For both events, a prayer guide is provided to comfort and encourage you through your prayer time. The fall prayer event, Seeking God’s Heart and Will, is a time dedicated to praying for all members and active participants by name and also praying for the mission and different ministries of Incarnation. During the Lenten Day of Prayer, the focus is both inward as we reflect on our individual needs and relationship with God and outward as we pray for the larger community, our mission partners, and for peace and justice throughout the world. The focus of the Summer Day of Prayer is Praise & Gratitude as praise God for the abundance of gifts and mercy that come from God. There will also be a special focus and a special space for people to pray together in groups of two or more. Special Prayer Services The second Sunday of December Incarnation offers a prayer service for people who have experienced loss or are experiencing difficulties in their lives. Blue Christmas: A Candlelight Prayer Service acknowledges that things are not always merry and festive during the Christmas season and centers our hope and comfort in Jesus Christ. In the spring on Palm/Passion Sunday, there is a special Service of Prayer and Healing. Both are at 7 p.m. in the Incarnation Chapel. Service of Prayer & Healing As we move from Lent into Holy Week, we will gather to worship in a healing service on Sunday, April 5th at 7 p.m. in the Incarnation Chapel. We will bring our desire for healing--for ourselves or for others--to the Living God who is our hope and promise. The healing service will include scripture, anointing with oil and a blessing, and the opportunity to be prayed for by one of the Incarnation Prayer Leaders. Come for yourself or bring someone you care about who could benefit from prayers of healing. When: Sunday, March 28; 7 p.m. Where: Incarnation Chapel Stations of the Cross  The
Stations of the Cross have long been a spiritual practice of reflection
on the journey of Christ to the cross. During the entire season of
Lent, the scriptural Stations of the Cross will be installed in the
Chapel. To walk the Stations of the Cross, simply start at the
beginning, move at your own pace, and listen to the nudging of the Holy
Spirit as you move from station to station. Brochures are available for
you to take home and follow the stations in your personal prayer time.When: Now through Easter Sunday, April 4 Where: Incarnation Chapel With few exceptions, the Chapel and the Stations of the Cross are available to you anytime that the building is open. The Chapel The Incarnation Chapel is located on the west end of the building near the Sanctuary. This chapel is now a dedicated space and is available to you for personal prayer. As you enter the chapel, to your left you will find a table with resources that are available for you to use during your prayer time or to take home with you. While in the chapel, feel free to turn on the lights, light candles on the altar or in the sand cross on the floor, or wrap yourself in one of the prayer shawls that were knit by others here at Incarnation. Meditative Prayer Displays At certain times of the year, you will find visual prayer displays installed in the chapel that are designed to draw you into prayer and reflection. Along with the visual display, you will find printed materials for your use at home. The Stations of the Cross is one of these displays and is available from Ash Wednesday through Easter Sunday. If you have questions about Prayer Ministry or would like to participate in any opportunities, please contact Pastor Jeanne Markquart by email or by calling 651-484-7213.
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