Prayer Opportunities:

“I promise to uphold this congregation of the United Methodist Church by my prayers, my presence, my gifts, my service, and my witness.” Service of Reception of New Members, United Methodist Church.

West Market Street United Methodist Church offers a variety of prayer ministries, some of which are ongoing, while others are event-specific. We hope you will keep your promise to the Church by participating in these meaningful prayer opportunities. New participants are always welcome.

Laity in Prayer—The purpose of this group is to pray specifically for West Market Street United Methodist Church—clergy, staff, music and youth programs, congregation, visitors, and small groups prior to the beginning of the 8:30 a.m. worship service. This group meets in room 319 at 8:00 a.m. for approximately 20 minutes. Contact Til Tillery (288-4663 or ctillery2@triad.rr.com for more information.

Partners in Prayer— The purpose of this confidential intercessory prayer group is to pray for specific members of the West Market Street United Methodist Church faith community as they experience birth, illness, and death, as well as any other concerns, including those listed on prayer cards completed during worship services. A confidential e-mail of praises and concerns from each meeting is sent to additional members who cannot attend prayer sessions at the church. Partners in Prayer meets on the first and third Monday evenings of each month at 7:00 p.m. for approximately one hour in the church library. Patty Cox (288-1749 or pat.cox@convatec.com) leads this group.

United Methodist Women's Prayer Shawl Knitting Ministry— Members of this ministry pray during the knitting process, meet monthly to knit, pray over each individual shawl, baptismal blanket, and child’s prayer blanket which are passed around the group, and participate in the blessing of each completed item by one of our pastors. Groups meet on the third Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. until approximately 11:30 a.m. in room 302-D and on the fourth Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. until approximately 8:30 p.m. at the home of Sarah Hester. Contact Sarah Hester (288-7823 or sbhester@triad.rr.com) for additional information. Knitters of all skill levels and want-to-be knitters are welcome.

Potter's House Prayer Ministry— Help feed the spiritual hunger of those people to whom we serve breakfast. Participate in one-on-one prayers with members of our community who have the least. This ministry meets the 4th Saturday morning of each month from approximately 7:00 a.m. until approximately 8:00 a.m. at Potter’s House of Urban Ministry on S. Eugene St. Contact either Til Tillery (288-4663 or ctillery2@triad.rr.com) or Elizabeth Montgomery (275-4587 or emontgomery@wmsumc.org) for more information.

Washington Montessori School— Become a prayer partner for the teachers, students, and school. Contact Kara French (644-8729 or frenchmoon@earthlink.net) to participate.

Turkey 'N' Fixin's— During the annual Day of Sharing (Saturday before Thanksgiving), we offer meal recipients the opportunity to receive prayer from members of a prayer team. The Holy Spirit is truly present during this meaningful time. Sign up in the Gathering Space or contact Til Tillery (288-4663 or ctillery2@triad.rr.com), Dr. Amy Tillery (420-1588 or amytillery@triad.rr.com), or Elizabeth Montgomery (275-4587 or emontgomery@wmsumc.org)

Christmas Store— At our annual District-wide Christmas Store (December 2009), shoppers are offered the opportunity to receive prayer as happens on the Day of Sharing. Sign up in the Gathering Space or contact Til Tillery (288-4663 or ctillery2@triad.rr.com), Dr. Amy Tillery (420-1588 or amytillery@triad.rr.com), or Elizabeth Montgomery (275-4587 or emontgomery@wmsumc.org). This is a wonderful opportunity to help needy individuals in our community.

“Pray Without Ceasing” I Thessalonians 5:17