“And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayer and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all God’s people.”
Ephesians 6:18
FPCM’s Prayer Initiatives
Life is busy! When do you find time to pray? How do you settle in to make the most of the time you are able to find to allow your heart to communicate with God?
We know that prayer can take a variety of forms:
- it can be part of a set service
- it can be private praying
- praying in a small group
- or a church meeting.
Prayer may take the form of a hymn, formal prayer, or a spontaneous utterance from the praying person. We have so many ways to speak with and listen to our Lord.
All in all there is no doubt; prayer is a key component of our relationship with God.
The Prayer Team at First Presbyterian Church of Moorestown recognizes that a rich prayer life is possible and are here to help you. This page provides you with tools and events to help you get to your ‘Peaceful Praying Time’!
Your Prayer Team
Take Time to Pray
” I got up early one morning and rushed right into the day; I had so much to accomplish that I didn’t have time to pray.
Problems just tumbled about me, and heavier came each task; “Why doesn’t God help me?” I wondered. He answered, “You didn’t ask.”
I wanted to see joy and beauty. But the day toiled on gray and bleak; I wondered why God didn’t show me. He said, “But you didn’t seek.”
I tried to come into God’s presence; I used all my keys in the lock. God gently and lovingly chided, “My child, you didn’t knock.”
I woke up early this morning, and paused before entering the day; I had so much to accomplish that I had to take time to pray.”
~~ Anonymous
“I call on you, my God, for you will answer me; turn your ear to me and hear my prayer.”
Psalm 17:6
Upcoming Events
- Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm Be one of the Wonderful Wednesday Night Women! more information and registration here…
- Watch for our next Prayer Retreat
- “Prayer Through Jesus’ Eyes … Growing as His Disciples” The Ken Peacock Memorial Lecture Series, in collaboration with the Prayer Team, is pleased to offer a two-day seminar on Scripture based, Spirit motivated prayer. more info and registration here…
Weekly Opportunities
Meet us in the Lounge
- Sundays, 1 hour before 1st Worship Service
- Thursdays, 7:00 am – 8:30 am
- Thursdays, 6:30 pm – 7:15 pm
Prayer Requests
Every request we receive here is treated with love, compassion, respect, and confidentiality. We have many opportunities for you to share your request with us:
- Pray with a Session Member in the Prayer Room after our first Service
- Fill out a pew card
- Use our Prayer Chain Support, just text the Prayer Team at (609) 923-4135
- Contact the church office for inclusion in the prayer page. Call (856) 235-1688 x 113 or email office@fpcmoorestown.org
Habits of Heart & Mind
- Daily Quiet Time in the Word & Prayer
- Constant Thankfulness
- Pray Before Meals
- Pray for Others on the Spot as Needed
- Establish Family Devotions
- Pray for/with members of your family as they head off for the day and before participating in events
Gathering Habits
- Pray beginning and end of meetings
- Pray Staff concerns & pew cards
- Share/Discuss Way of the Week
Prayer APPs
Please go to your APP store and use the following titles to download these very helpful APPs.
- A Praying Life – Prayer Cards
- PrayerMate
- Daily Bible Devotion
- Abide
Prayer Websites
Topical Prayers:
Scripture Prayers:
Worship-based Prayers:
Books
- A Praying Life by Paul E. Miller Author Paul Miller shares his insights and conclusions about how to connect the broken pieces of your life and allow prayer–even poorly delivered–to fill the gaps with meaning and substance.
- Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God by Timothy J. Keller Christians are taught in their churches and schools that prayer is the most powerful way to experience God. In Prayer, renowned pastor Timothy Keller delves into the many facets of this everyday act.
- Prayer: Conversing With God by Rosalind Rinker “Prayer is a dialogue between two persons who love each other.” With this profound insight, Rosalind Rinkergives the key to a simple yet powerfully effective method of increasing the joy and meaning of your prayers.
- Rees Howells: Intercessor by Norman P. Grubb Exploring the life story of Rees Howells, the Bible College of Wales at Swansea and the impact on national policy and international affairs.
- The Power of a Praying Wife and The Power of a Praying Husband by Stormie OMartian Stormie joyfully inspires you to develop a deeper relationship with your spouse by utilizing the amazing power of prayer.
- Teach Me to Pray by Andrew Murray, written as a 365 day devotional.
- 31 Days of Praise by Ruth Myers. Cultivate the “heart habit” of praise and worship, inspiring you to appreciate and adore the Lord In ALL things.
- Pamphlet 7 Minutes with God by NavPress.
- Fervant by Priscilla Shirer. Fervent is a hands-on, knees-down, never-give-up action guide to practical purposeful praying.
Learning to Pray in a Distracted World
Many of us are irregular or quietly defeated in our private prayer lives. This Ken Peacock Memorial Lecture seminar, “A Praying Life”, offers step-by-step ways to begin a private life of prayer in fellowship with our heavenly Father. Learn to talk like a child with your Father in heaven; see prayer as relationship, prayer as conversation, prayer as a good form of tension, and receive help with problems in prayer.
A Praying Life Seminar, held at First Presbyterian Church on January 25-26, 2019, was a live interactive version of the book “A Praying Life” by Paul Miller. Please view the Ken Peacock Memorial Lecture videos so you may learn from this exciting seminar. Blessings!
Be Not Afraid
A Duet by Arlita Winston (a member of First Presbyterian Church of Moorestown) and Ruth Naomi Floyd.