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On Tuesday, I had the priviledge of meeting with three churches who were in the throws of the chaos caused by the Eaton Fire. One pastor was our church planter, Pastor Christopher Spolar whose building they were meeting in burned down, another a church whose facilities has turned into a relief center in Sierra Madre, and another who is the Pastor of a historical black church in Pasadena who had 42 families lose their homes. 
 
The devestation is unlike anything we've ever experienced in Los Angeles and we are far from it being over. Our church has also sprung into action collecting resources and making deliveries. I'd like for us to focus once more on praying for this tragedy, especially as our own church family continues to adapt and serve in the midst of the fires. Would you use this prayer guide to take some time today to pray?
 
Eaton Fire Prayer Guide For Emergency Responders 
Pray for their safety and protection as they work tirelessly in difficult conditions. May they be shielded from harm and strengthened in their mission. "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze." (Isaiah 43:2 NIV)
 
For Government Officials and Crisis Response
Pray for wisdom and discernment in their decision-making as they coordinate relief efforts and provide leadership during this challenging time. "For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding." (Proverbs 2:6 NIV)
 
For Evacuees
Pray for those who have been displaced from their homes, that they may receive the support, provision, and comfort they need in this season of uncertainty. "And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:19 NIV)
 
For Loss of Homes, Businesses, and Churches
Pray for those who have lost so much, that they may find strength and support from God and the community around them. "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea." (Psalm 46:1–2 NIV)
 
For All Who Lost Loved Ones
Pray for the friends and families of the five people who lost their lives in the fire, that they may be comforted in their grief. "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18 NIV) Thank you for lifting up these needs in prayer during this difficult time. 
 
-Pastor Joel Silva

Join our weekly Thursday 8-8:30 AM Zoom prayer call HERE!  Starting February we will be moving the call to 7:00 AM. 

 

PASTORAL PRAYER REQUESTS

  1. 21 Day Fast | We are almost half way through our 21 Day fast and it's not too late to join us! Visit llcf.org/fast for more details. Let's pursue the Lord together and see the power of fasting!
  2. Gala Night | Pray for our Gala Night happening on February 8th, 6pm. This will be a celebration of our church's history while we watch a documentary we are making about our past, present, and future vision for Light & Life. Register here now!

 ALL CHURCH PRAYER REQUEST

  1. Patty Turbyfill | I received a call tonight from my cousin in Michigan, and she told me she has a cyst with an attached mass on her Ovaries. She says it's the size of a basketba!! Her bloodwork showed cancer cells as well. She is having an MRI tomorrow and sees the Oncologist on Tuesday! The Xray and ultrasound doesn't show it has spread; the doctors think it may be contained in the cyst & Ovary? Please keep my cousin Cheryl Ward in your thoughts & prayers and pray that the containment is the case!! She is a true believer in Jesus Christ and is asking for all prayers! In Jesus' name we pray that Cheryl will get this mass and cyst out and live a long prosperous life! Also, please pray for my friend Carla who is having major back surgery tomorrow at 7:00 Am!

  2. Unknown | Prayer Request: To be guided through this hurt situation I'm in with my relationship with someone. To continue to trust and submit to God that he will guide me and that he has me in this situation for a purpose. To know that what is meant for me will be meant for me. I would like a prayer that I should continue to trust God even when I'm in doubt and in pain.

  3. Ruth Zimbron |  My prayer is that the biblical words and teachings shared would penetrate her heart. That Bella and her siblings Gabriela and Jonathan would completely surrender their lives to Jesus. That they would trust God and His way and be repelled by the evil of the world. I appreciate your prayers very much.

  4. Nicky Kelly | Arlene (wheelchair bound due to stroke) - Husband died suddenly one week ago & this coming week must go into an assisted living home. Pray that God will soften & open her heart that she has to do this by Wednesday, as no one can stay with her. Pray for wisdom for her brother and sister-in-law.

  5. Liliana Sanchez | Mother's kidney surgery.

  6. Celeste Gardiner | Please pray for my family's health issues, heart issues, spiritual issues.

  7. Joji Silo | Please pray for the coming JOB 2025 Pastors and Leaders Convention - Pt Sean and team coming, pray for their safe trip to Philippines!

  8. Richard Nelson | The PEACE OF JESUS CHRIST and LOVE OF GOD is my prayer for us all.

  9. Miriam Hunte | Please pray for safe and enjoyable travels as I'm in London for one week to celebrate my 30th birthday. Also, please pray for martial settlement in 2025 and home ownership of a two-family property so I can get house back.

  10. Rona Hodges | Please pray for all of the people and animals that have been affected by the fires. Dear God keep them safe and bring us rain.

  11. Mary Ann Villaflor | Praying for continuous peace and protection. Healing from the past hurt and being equipped with God's whole armor to keep pushing forward. Favor upon favor on all God's provisions. Discernment on how God will lead our every steps. Praying for forgiveness in my heart.

  12. Jessika Lizarraga | Please pray for my husband who is at the Palisades fires. Pray for God to protect him.

  13. Natalie Ruiz | Please pray for my family and I as we all have the flu. May we all be healed in Jesus name. A prayer for me, I've been feeling waves of depression and anxiety rise up during this time of sickness.

  14. Michael C | Prayer for tension on the jaw and a lot of tension emotions on the chest. Headaches and migraines.

  15. Jon Jr. Sloan | I want to pray for my cousin. She was recently hit by a pickup truck in Idaho crossing the street. She thankfully discharged but I pray for God to heal her and her family in this process. And that the right decisions are made.

  16. Turae Conley | I'm asking prayers for my young cousins. It's 7 of them from the ages of 27-16. They were staying with their parents, and their mother left them, and their father is in the hospital (had a heart attack with mental issues). They were evicted from the house, and they have no idea what they are going to do. They're asking to come to my house, but I already have a lot going on with my husband, not wanting my daughter's child's father there. My marriage is already under pressure because of it. Everything is making me anxious. My little cousins need a lot of prayers for shelter and to ease their minds. They are going through so much.

  17. Katherine Brown | Please pray for my grandson and his father to have a better supportive and active role in his life. Praying that the Lord will put someone in the father's path to minister to him and help him be the father God wants hm to be. Pray God guards my grandson's heart, spirit and body during this process. Keep my grandson positive and stayed on the word of God.

  18. Melissa Whitecotton | Would you please pray that we hear from my niece, Angelina Rea. No one has heard from her in a very long time. It has been since March 2024 since I heard from her. Pray that she is safe and reaches out soon. Also please pray for my brother, Ron Dillman. He is on and off homeless and a drug user. We have not heard from him since early November 2024. Both are in Colorado. Thank you all for your prayers.

  19. Michelle Valdivia | Please pray that I continue to keep up with my work at my new job. One year in and still learning plus new duties for this year.

  20. Aracely | Pray for my son Eduardo.

  21. Glenn Canete | My children that they will devote their hearts to God.

  22. Vivian Hamilton | I'm still in transition of employment and living in a new residence. Praying for all the tasks that come with it, including car troubles and payments.

  23. Darryl Poston | The waiting period of decision of medical professionals regarding my wife, (Rolet) next step for rotator cuff.

  24. Debra Cobler | Please keep my family in your prayers!

  25. Tammy Marler | Praying for all who have been affected by the fires. Please continue to pray for my health. Please pray for protection over my children and family. Please pray for Misha to stay healthy. She will be going back to the oncologist for more testing in the spring. I'm praying for miraculous healing with her blood count. God bless you and the team.

  26. Gigi Rodriguez | Praying for those affected by the wildfires in LA.

  27. Luisa Fernandez | Pray for my friend Harold. He lost his home in Altadena fires. We are trying to coordinate temp loving arrangements. Also, pray for Michael, he has an upcoming medical appt. He has been feeling tired.

  28. Michael Lumpkin | Not for me but for the world we all need God.

  29. Karen Gray | Please pray for my walk with Jesus to grow daily. Pray I allow Jesus to take the lead in all things.

  30. Ernie Figueroa | Pray for my Family and me. I want to get closer to God and at times I feel like I am. Then it's like I sabotage myself and like a monopoly game, go back.

  31. Ahyende Sandy | I'm under a lot of pressure and looking for a breakthrough for the things weighing on my life. I'm currently looking for a place to stay and dealing with the aftermath of severing ties with a previous business partner/friend that has since been trying to discredit me and put me in the line of fire for some things he's done.

  32. Rhonda Hendricks | My uncle passed away on January 8. And my other uncle is in the hospital not doing well. Please help me pray for my family. And the recovery for my uncle that's in the hospital.

  33. Glen Upshaw | Prayer for financial freedom.

  34. Martha y Oney Pineda | My prayers request is for my son in law safe return from the Palisades fires thank you.

  35. Mark Gaxiola | If there were a couple prayers, I can ask for it would be to replace my fear with peace and confidence. The second one would be for my family to be okay and away from all sin.

  36. Doris Rodriguez | Please pray for all the victims of the fire. My friends and I are gathering donations to deliver on Saturday. Please also pray for God to fill people's heart with the desire to give.

  37. Adriana Castillo | I ask for strength and resilience as I commit to the CR program at LLCF. Lord Jesus, I ask for you to place me with the right company with the right leadership and with the right purpose as I continue my job search. Lord Jesus, I pray that you provide me with the light and guidance and clarity as I walk into 2025 with new projects and an intentional transformational mindset.

  38. Ethel Sloan | Please pray for my niece, Lani. She lives in Idaho. She was struck by a pick-up truck while going to work. Praise God she's alive. There was no internal bleeding, but there was some bleeding in her brain. Also pray that they find the best attorney that will represent them.

  39. Al Bacani | Please pray my son has success with student teaching and he finds a teaching job.

  40. Jacqueline Quasny | I am having surgery on the 16th to move the spinal stimulator that is in my back to my glutes, as it is currently pressing on my ribs and hip. Please pray for a successful surgery that will be more comfortable.

  41. Bud Antisdel | That people stay safe from the smoke and viral respiratory viruses.

  42. Elizabeth Muriel | I'm currently going through a series of exams and can't help but feel so anxious about the pressure of doing well. Giving that feeling to God is a challenge for me and I seek guidance in trusting the Lord through this process.

  43. Steven Watson | I pray that I am able to accept the power of the holy spirit and continue to allow it to grow by doing GODs will for me each day I am blessed to wake up.

  44. Dolores Trevino | Let us continue to pray for those affected by the fires.

  45. Rochelle Denman | Let's pray for the fires and the families.

  46. Nicky Kelly | Arlene (handicap 85-year-old woman) - Loss husband suddenly a week and a half ago and there is no one to care for her. Pray for comfort and that she is willing to go into a care facility this Monday. Pray for wisdom and peace for John, Nicky, Cassandra and Logan as they are leaving this week and need to finalize care for Arlene.
    Tony and Carrie - Marriage crisis and Tony served her separation papers due to Carrie's anger and drinking issues. Pray for God to break the darkness in her life and for their two little girls.
    Kevin, Adalinda and Liam - On evacuation orders to leave soon in California, pray for wisdom and safety.

  47. Barbara Martinez | Chronic Pain, relational challenges in her family, limited resources and physical vulnerability. Discouraged.

  48. Sunjay Smith | It would be nice if the church had a online community for me to engage with.

 
ALL CHURCH PRAISE REPORT
  1. Dolores Trevino | Praising God for His goodness and protection. 
  2. Adriana Castillo | I thank our Lord Jesus for keeping my family safe during the LA fires.
  3. Patty Turbyfill | I Truly Appreciate our Church and All the Prayers you have given to All who Requested!! Thank You All So Much!! 
  4. Teresa Darden | Praise God for leading my nephew to a program that is helping him find stability. 1/14 "Winds did not perform as expected" -KCAL Weather. Thank you God! 
  5. Ruth Zimbron | I am so thankful for a praying church. I praise God for providing a new beginning for Bella at her new Christian school.

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