Prayer Ministry
Prayer--the sacred exchange of talking and listening to God--is one of the important ministries in the life of this congregation.
Our invitation--Pray with us.
Our promise--We'll pray for you.
Daily
Prayer Chapel (Grace Building) is open every day that church doors are unlocked.
A labyrinth is available behind the Erie Building for active prayer Monday-Friday between 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and on the first Saturday of each month from 8:45-11:45 a.m. This prayer walk quiets the mind, body, and soul as we center ourselves to God. Contact Christine McHenry (513) 321-2804 or clm3781@fuse.net.
Weekly
Tuesday Prayer Group: Believers gather with a common goal of interceding for others who are in physical, emotional, relational and spiritual needs. Meets every Tuesday between 10:00 a.m. to Noon in Room 113 (Grace Building). Contact Mary Jane or SueLee Jin: (513) 979-8186
Prayer Shawl Group: Prayer shawls are knitted or crocheted as the members pray quietly. Hand-crafted shawls are then given to the church members and non-members as symbols of consolation, healing or celebration. Group members meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in Room 206 (Grace Building). Contact Christine McHenry: (513) 321-2804 or clm3781@fuse.net
Sunday Morning Prayer –Intercessors quietly gather to pray for pastors, congregation, worship leaders, choir, children and Sunday school, etc... Meets Sundays in the Fireside Room (Grace Building-2nd floor) 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Monthly
Taize Prayer service—Taize is an ecumenical, contemplative candlelight worship experience which blends music, meditation, scripture reading and periods of silence. Taize is held the second Tuesday of the month (September to May) from 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. in the Erie Building.
Quarterly Prayer Breakfast
Everyone is welcome to join in communal prayer for individuals, the church, city and nations. Check general calendar for dates or contact Sandy Vogele: (513) 979-8199.
Special Intentions?
Call Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church's Prayer Line at 979-8166 anytime, 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. One-on-one prayer sessions are also available.
Write your prayer request in the pews and drop into the offering plate or prayer box in the Welcome Center.
Contact SueLee: (513) 979-8186 or sljin@hpcumc.org for more information.