Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The promise of light and peace

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The promise of light and peace:  John 8:12-19 I am the light of the world.  Whoever follows me . . . will have the light of life.  (v.12) Loving God, in times of grief, rem...

The promise of light and peace

 John 8:12-19

I am the light of the world.  Whoever follows me . . . will have the light of life.  (v.12)

Loving God, in times of grief, remind us that you sent your Son as the light of the world and that we are never alone.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those in need of a reminder of God's peace

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The blessing of wisdom

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The blessing of wisdom:  2 Chronicles 1:7-13 That night God appeared to Solomon. and said to him "Ask what I should give you." (v.7) Gracious God, help us...

The blessing of wisdom

 2 Chronicles 1:7-13

That night God appeared to Solomon. and said to him "Ask what I should give you." (v.7)

Gracious God, help us bless others by our words and actions, in response to how you have blessed us with the gift of Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People seeking wisdom in a particular matter today

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Stephen, Deacon and Martyr (transferred)

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Stephen, Deacon and Martyr (transferred): {Stephen} knelt down and cried out in a loud voice, "Lord, do not hold this sin against them."  (v.60) God, help us to be your fai...

Stephen, Deacon and Martyr (transferred)

{Stephen} knelt down and cried out in a loud voice, "Lord, do not hold this sin against them."  (v.60)

God, help us to be your faithful servants.  Teach us to be your hands and feet in the world.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  ELCA deacons (ministers of word and service)

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The Holy Innocents, Martyrs

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The Holy Innocents, Martyrs:  Matthew 2:13-18 A voice was heard in Ramah .  . . Rachel weeping for her children.  (v.18) God, we don't understand why great loss happ...

The Holy Innocents, Martyrs

 Matthew 2:13-18

A voice was heard in Ramah .  . . Rachel weeping for her children.  (v.18)

God, we don't understand why great loss happens, yet we know you mourn with us.  Help us reach out to all who grieve.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  All who have lost a child

My Thoughts

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Waiting for God

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Waiting for God:  Psalm 25:1-10 You are the God of my salvation;  for you I wait all day long.  (v.5) Lord, we ask you for the spirit of patience as we disce...

Waiting for God

 Psalm 25:1-10

You are the God of my salvation;  for you I wait all day long.  (v.5)

Lord, we ask you for the spirit of patience as we discern your presence in our lives and your will for us.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  ER staff serving people who are sick or injured

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: First Sunday of Christmas

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: First Sunday of Christmas:  Luke 2:41-52 The boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem, but his parents did not know it.  (v.43) God, when we get lost, you, our heavenly pa...

First Sunday of Christmas

 Luke 2:41-52

The boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem, but his parents did not know it.  (v.43)

God, when we get lost, you, our heavenly parent, seek us out.  Make us eager learners, like Jesus.  Help us grow in wisdom and share your good news.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Teachers and students

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Christmas Day

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Christmas Day:  Luke 2:1-20 Do not be afraid; for see . . . to you is born . . . a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord.  (vv. 10-11) God of love, help us ...

Christmas Day

 Luke 2:1-20

Do not be afraid; for see . . . to you is born . . . a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord.  (vv. 10-11)

God of love, help us trust in the infant king you sent not to condemn but to save the world.  May we share this good news with all.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Giving thanks for Jesus, who swaddles us in God's love

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Christmas Eve

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Christmas Eve:  Isaiah 9:2-7 For a child has been born for us, a son given to us; . . . and he is named . . . (v.6) O God, help us trust in your Son, the P...

Christmas Eve

 Isaiah 9:2-7

For a child has been born for us, a son given to us; . . . and he is named . . . (v.6)

O God, help us trust in your Son, the Prince of Peace.  May we share his holy story, not just today, but all year.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Newborn and their families

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The continuing story

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The continuing story:  Luke 1:46b-55 His mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation.  (v.50) Jesus, thank you for coming as the living story of...

The continuing story

 Luke 1:46b-55

His mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation.  (v.50)

Jesus, thank you for coming as the living story of God's love for the world.  Help us to share this precious story from generation to generation.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those passing the faith to the next generation

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: One climbs, one sees

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: One climbs, one sees:  Micah 4:1-5 Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord . . . rhat we may walk in his paths.  (v.2) God, provide us the strength for all...

One climbs, one sees

 Micah 4:1-5

Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord . . . rhat we may walk in his paths.  (v.2)

God, provide us the strength for all of life's journeys, confident that you walk beside us.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  National parks and park staff

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Feeling grateful

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Feeling grateful:  Psalm 113 Blessed be the name of the Lord from this time on and forevermore. (v.2) Blessed be the name of the Lord who provides all we need...

Feeling grateful

 Psalm 113

Blessed be the name of the Lord from this time on and forevermore. (v.2)

Blessed be the name of the Lord who provides all we need.  Blessed be the One who name is worthy to be praised.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Food pantries

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Fourth Sunday of Advent

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Fourth Sunday of Advent:  Luke 1:39-45 When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leaped in her womb.  (v.41) God of life, help us share, especially with th...

Fourth Sunday of Advent

 Luke 1:39-45

When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leaped in her womb.  (v.41)

God of life, help us share, especially with those on the margins of society, the love you have given us through the birth of Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who yearn to be parents

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Like a mother hen

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Like a mother hen:  Luke 13:31-35 Jerusalem, . .. how often have I desired to gather your children together as a hen gathers her brood under her wings.  (v.34)...

Like a mother hen

 Luke 13:31-35

Jerusalem, . .. how often have I desired to gather your children together as a hen gathers her brood under her wings.  (v.34)

Protecting god, help us cling to you when we are fearful and when evil lurks nearby.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Childcare providers

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Restoration of hope

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Restoration of hope: Psalm 80:1-7 Let your face shine, that we may be saved.  (v.3) God of peace, in our divided world, by your saving power and grace help us lo...

Restoration of hope

Psalm 80:1-7

Let your face shine, that we may be saved.  (v.3)

God of peace, in our divided world, by your saving power and grace help us love our neighbors as we love ourselves.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Elected officials

 

Writer: Tara Ulrich

December 16-31

Tara Ulrich is a rostered deacon in the ELCA.  She currently serves Tri-County Ministry, a parish that includes one Presbyterian and six ELCA congregations in eastern North Dakota.  She loves writing, reading, and spending time with her fur babies, Luna and Neville.  She is the author of Living as a daughter:  31 days of Mental Illness (self-published, 2016)

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: At the top of our lungs

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: At the top of our lungs:  Isaiah 42:1-18 Sing to the Lord a new song, his praise from the end of the earth!  (v.10) Thank you, God, for continually working for good ...

At the top of our lungs

 Isaiah 42:1-18

Sing to the Lord a new song, his praise from the end of the earth!  (v.10)

Thank you, God, for continually working for good in the world.  Teach us to sing new songs amid the world's brokenness.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Lutheran Outdoor Ministries

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Live in hope

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Live in hope: Isaiah 11:1-9 But with righteousness he shall judge the poor.  (v.4) Faithful God, may we be part of bringing your promises to life.  Throug...

Live in hope

Isaiah 11:1-9

But with righteousness he shall judge the poor.  (v.4)

Faithful God, may we be part of bringing your promises to life.  Through your Son, Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Modern-day prophets

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Be not afraid

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Be not afraid: Acts 28:23-31 .. . teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ with all boldness and without hindrance.  (v.31) O God, grant us a spirit of boldnes...

Be not afraid

Acts 28:23-31

.. . teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ with all boldness and without hindrance.  (v.31)

O God, grant us a spirit of boldness to share the good news.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are silenced by fear

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A peaceful creation

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A peaceful creation:  Isaiah 11:1-9 The wolf shall live with the lamb, the leopard shall lie down with the kid.  (v.6) Faithful God, thank you for your promises,...

A peaceful creation

 Isaiah 11:1-9

The wolf shall live with the lamb, the leopard shall lie down with the kid.  (v.6)

Faithful God, thank you for your promises, in which we may play a part.  Through Christ our Savior.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  All who are serving as helpers

Third Sunday of Advent

Luke 3:7-18

One . . . is coming . . . {who} will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.  (v.16)

Such wondrous love is this, O God, that you sent your Son to baptize us with your Holy Spirit.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those missing loved ones far away

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Life-giving water

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Life-giving water:  Isaiah 12:2-6 With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.  (v.3) Gracious and generous God, thank you for the bottomless well...

Life-giving water

 Isaiah 12:2-6

With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.  (v.3)

Gracious and generous God, thank you for the bottomless wells of salvation you provide.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Organizations that build wells so people can have clean water

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Live in gratitude

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Live in gratitude: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15 Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!  (v.15) Thank you, O God, for love beyond measure in the gift of your Son,...

Live in gratitude

2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!  (v.15)

Thank you, O God, for love beyond measure in the gift of your Son, Jesus Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who feel unworthy of God's gift of a Savior

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Do not be afraid

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Do not be afraid:  Isaiah 12:2-6 I will trust , and will not be afraid.  (v.2) O Holy One, help us to trust you and not be afraid.  May we sing your praises a...

Do not be afraid

 Isaiah 12:2-6

I will trust , and will not be afraid.  (v.2)

O Holy One, help us to trust you and not be afraid.  May we sing your praises and share our joy.  Amen.

prayer concern:  Those experiencing work transitions

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Who is Jesus to you?

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Who is Jesus to you?:  Luke 7:18-30 Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?  (v.19) Dear Jesus, you are the one.  Help us to be your heart,...

Who is Jesus to you?

 Luke 7:18-30

Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?  (v.19)

Dear Jesus, you are the one.  Help us to be your heart, hands, and feet in this broken world.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  All who suffer injustice

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A silver lining

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A silver lining:  Psalm 126 May those who sow in tears reap with shouts of joy.  (v.5) Thank you fgor turning our tears into joy and for always being with us...

A silver lining

 Psalm 126

May those who sow in tears reap with shouts of joy.  (v.5)

Thank you fgor turning our tears into joy and for always being with us, O God.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  All who remain steeped in grief

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Longing for tenderness

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Longing for tenderness:  Isaiah 40:1-11 He will gather the lambs in his arms . . . and gently lead the mother sheep.  (v.11) Good Shepard, thank you for your tender...

Longing for tenderness

 Isaiah 40:1-11

He will gather the lambs in his arms . . . and gently lead the mother sheep.  (v.11)

Good Shepard, thank you for your tender care.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those with broken hearts today

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Second Sunday of Advent

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Second Sunday of Advent:  Luke 3:1-6 Prepare the way of the Lord . . . and the crooked shall be made straight.  (vv.4-5 Help us prepare our hearts and lives for your...

Second Sunday of Advent

 Luke 3:1-6

Prepare the way of the Lord . . . and the crooked shall be made straight.  (vv.4-5

Help us prepare our hearts and lives for your coming, dear God.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who doubt that God loves them

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Travel light

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Travel light:  Luke 9:1-6 He said to them, "Take nothing for your journey."  (v.3) O God, you use diverse people and situations to help us grow....

Travel light

 Luke 9:1-6

He said to them, "Take nothing for your journey."  (v.3)

O God, you use diverse people and situations to help us grow.  Help us stay open and humble.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  ELCA Global Mission

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: We can't lose

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: We can't lose:  Philippians 1:18b-26 For to me, living is Christ and dying is gain.  (v.21) Loving God, help us know and live the truth of Paul's words...

We can't lose

 Philippians 1:18b-26

For to me, living is Christ and dying is gain.  (v.21)

Loving God, help us know and live the truth of Paul's words . . . that, living or dying, we are with Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who fear death

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Bringing light

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Bringing light: Luke 1:68-79 . . . to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death . . . (v.79) Jesus, help us to be light-bringers wh...

Bringing light

Luke 1:68-79

. . . to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death . . . (v.79)

Jesus, help us to be light-bringers wherever you give us opportunity.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People struggling with fear

 

Writer: Sonia C. Solomonson

December 1-15

Sonia C. Solomonson, of Streamwood, Illinois, is retired and belongs to First Congregational United Church of Christ in Elgin, Illinois.  She previously served as managing editor of The Lutheran magazine and executive editor of The Little Lutheran.  She is now a life coach at Way2Grow Coaching and a freelance writer and editor.

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Our true home

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Our true home:  Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations.  (v.1) Thank you, God, for being our dwelling place in all generations.  Amen. P...

Our true home

 Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations.  (v.1)

Thank you, God, for being our dwelling place in all generations.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People experiencing homelessness