The amazing UMHEF community of students, families, and partners is praying together this Lent! Below are some of the most recent prayers we’ve received. ADD YOURS.
“I pray that our college students are seeking and hearing God’s call in their lives as they declare majors and choose their vocational paths. May their next steps take them where God is leading them!” – Kendra G. (Chaplain at Randolph Macon College, alum of Candler School of Theology at Emory University)
“Prayer for continued peace and understanding across our Dickinson College, allowing students, faculty, and staff to engage with one another with empathy, curiosity, and grace in an increasingly complex world. Hope for Dickinson College students to use their education not only for personal achievement, but to enrich society, advance justice, and contribute meaningfully to the common good.” – Jessica Chapman Lape (Chaplain at Dickinson College)
“Thanks be to God for the ministry of UMHEF and the community of schools serving the forward direction of many. May God bless the early morning/late night studies of the students, comfort and strengthen the faith of their parents and families supporting their journey. Grant insight and strength to the leadership of administration, faculty; and bless the work of the hands of the staff working steadfastly in the UMHEF community of schools and beyond. May we walk by faith always, and especially during these times trusting in the goodness and power of our matchless Savior, Jesus Christ. In the name of the only one who lives in Solidarity with us all, in Jesus’ name, Amen.” – Marci M. (On staff at Wesley Theological Seminary)
“[I] pray that we will get a UM school in the Grand Valley Colorado area even if it is an office; most colleges and universities are online.” – Shirley E. (former employee of Texas Wesleyan University)
“On this Lenten journey, I give thanks for those whose sacrifices and legacies made my educational experiences possible – Mississippi United Methodists who established scholarships that are shaping generations of faithful disciples and leaders.” – Rev. Lisa Garvin (alum of Millsaps College and Emory University; Chaplain at Southern Methodist University)
“Lord who noticed the people pushed to the edges, help college students to feel seen by you, especially those who feel they don’t matter. Lord who taught us to forgive our debtors, help UMHEF and the UMC to alleviate and eliminate the burden of educational debt so that people can not only flourish but also be generous in the work God calls them to.” – Rev. Abby Auman (alum of Ohio Northern University and Wesley Theological Seminary)
“Lord, guide our UMHEF students and schools to do your good work in this world. Be with them as their further their studies and their missions. Keep them safe. Amen.” – Molly G. (Alum of Boston University)
“Holy God, I lift up each scholarship recipient today in the hope that they may see their scholarship not only as a helpful financial resource, but also as a tangible sign of the love and support of other United Methodists who have been. Amen.” – Jeff T. (Alum of Methodist Theological Seminary in Ohio)
Add your short prayer and/or notes of encouragement. All are welcome!
