Prayer requests

Prayer at LW

Prayer is at the very heart of Living Word and is foundational to being disciples of Jesus. We are dedicated to encountering Jesus together, so we create spaces for encountering God’s transforming presence through lingering prayer following each Sunday service and through our Living Word Prayer Room.

We want to help you learn to listen and commune with God and we are ready to come alongside you whenever you need prayer.

We invite you to:
  • Receive prayers for healing, blessing, and encouragement with someone from our prayer team on Sundays.
  • Share a prayer request via the digital prayer wall (below).
  • Step inside the building to spend time at our prayer wall.
  • Sense the peace of the prayer room, which is open for you whenever the building is open.

The Prayer Wall 

This work of art displays the collaborative efforts of York-based artists Patrick Sells and Cliff Meyer. It is created for personal, interactive use.

We invite you to write out your prayer, roll it like a scroll, and in simple faith, place it in one of the holes in the wall.

Your prayers are precious to Jesus, and to your church family. Our pastoral team will be regularly praying for these requests. 

The Prayer Room 

A quiet, contemplative space, designed with various seating options and an assortment of art. Open for personal reflection any time our building is open. You are welcome to enter and pray whenever you like.

Online Prayer Portal

Share a prayer request or praise with others at Living Word.

When submitting a prayer request, you are giving consent for the church to post information online. We reserve the right to edit content for readability, length, and privacy concerns.

Prayer requests may be submitted at any time, day or night, and are processed and posted upon review Monday through Thursday.

Prayer Request Form




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Deena Blouse

Please pray for my back pain to be healed.
Received: Dec. 19, 2024

Natasha Jooste

Please pray for God to soften my heart and relieve my suffering.
Received: Dec. 18, 2024

Becky Goodling

4th UPDATE ON GIGI - Praise God! Gigi was released yesterday. She has multiple follow-up appointments and is not allowed to work or drive for 6 months, but the doctors are amazed at her capabilities after such a horrendous accident. Thank you everyone for your prayers!
Received: Dec. 17, 2024

Dierdre Grimm

Please pray for my brother, Darren, as he starts his treatments for prostrate cancer on Monday, December 16..
Received: Dec. 14, 2024

James Calhoun

Thank the Lord for giving me strength to carry on without my wife of 22 years, who I lost in April 2024. Pray that my faith would be strengthened when I feel anger and guilt. Sometimes I feel so trapped in darkness. Help me stay grateful to have had such a love.
Received: Dec. 14, 2024

Robin Moore

Please pray for my 13 year old granddaughter, Sydney, and her mother, Danielle. Sydney's stepfather died today at 40, after a fall off a tree. He did tree work as his profession. Sydney's birthday is on December 23, with her birthday and Christmas coming, what is normally a joyful time of year will be filled with sadness for the whole family. Seeking God's comfort and strength during this very unexpected and shocking loss.. Thank you for you prayers.
Received: Dec. 13, 2024

Becky Goodling

3rd UPDATE ON GIGI - She has been aggressive and combative. The neurologist said this is to be expected for the type of injury she has. They are hoping she will be able to be transferred to a rehab facility in 2-3 weeks, once her behavior has improved.
Received: Dec. 13, 2024

Becky Goodling

2nd UPDATE ON GIGI - She's responding to commands and anxious to be off the ventilator. The MRI was negative for all imaging to the neck; waiting on brain scans.
Received: Dec. 12, 2024

Becky Goodling

UPDATE ON GIGI - She has a broken nose, fractured skull ripped tendons in the neck, and some bleeding. A witness said her car was hit twice by tractor trailers. She is in God's hands. Please continue to pray.
Received: Dec. 12, 2024

Becky Goodling

Urgent prayer request: Esther Koblitz-Irwin's (one of my LifeGroup members) granddaughter Gigi was in a car accident this morning with two trucks. She is at Hershey Medical on a ventilator with a hairline skull fracture. Esther and her daughter Rebecca are on their way. 🙏🏻
Received: Dec. 11, 2024

Ruben C.

Pray for the Lord to heal me--spiritually and physically.
Received: Dec. 11, 2024

Linda Book

While visiting her in-laws in New Jersey, my daughter Andrea got sick and had to go to the hospital. Her heart rate is too high, thyroid level too low, and blood count too high. Please pray that they can discover what is wrong and help her. Also, she is concerned because she has never been away from her two small children before.
Received: Dec. 11, 2024

Kristen Jacoby

Please pray for my nephew, Robbie Krause. He has had 3 eye surgeries for detached retinas, now his other eye is having issues and he's facing losing his sight. He is 60 and has had to move back in with his widowed mom who's 81. They live near Pittsburgh.
Received: Dec. 10, 2024

Mark Messinger

Please pray for a speedy recovery for my boss' mother, Sheila Latta, who just had surgery.
Received: Dec. 9, 2024

Chris Roupas

Please pray for my friend, Pastor Mike Edelman, who is in Senegal, Africa this week on a Christian mission trip. He has a very bad cold and is doing the best he can to serve the people there. His translator's daughter also passed away, so he's asking for prayer for her as well. And he's asking for another translator to be available to take the place of his translator who's tending to his family. Thank you.
Received: Dec. 9, 2024

Riley Kelley

Please pray for me. I need mental and emotional healing.
Received: Dec. 8, 2024

Joel Nesbit

Please pray for my sister, Tina, who is going through a very hard time right now mentally and financially.
Received: Dec. 8, 2024

Narayan Dey

I am 80 years old and need prayer for my overall health. I've fallen and injured my leg so now I am completely bedridden. Pray for healing and mobility. I also have diabetes, high blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, and brain functioning issues due to a stroke last year. Thank you for your prayers.
Received: Dec. 6, 2024

Anonymous

Asking for prayer, as I was attacked by my neighbor's German shepherd last weekend. Please pray for healing and a fast recovery.
Received: Dec. 6, 2024

Deidra Dunn

Please pray for my nephew, Quinn, to have complete healing of his eyes. He has been diagnosed with retinal dystrophy, causing vision loss over time. Pray that God would heal Quinn.
Received: Dec. 5, 2024

Tracy Schwartz

UPDATE: Praise God! The Medical Review Board has granted our son, Jesse, an unprecedented waiver to be assigned to a Marine Corps fleet band! He will be able to finish his 4-year contract in 1 of 3 non-deploying bands. We are delighted that Jesse can finally move forward and realize part of his dreams.
Received: Dec. 5, 2024

Amanda Lutz

Please pray for my father, Garnet. He has survived stage 4 cancer multiple times (he's been in remission for 12 years). Over the past year he has been declining. Both legs became numb to the point that he can't walk. The numbness then spread to his forehead and mouth, so it's getting to where he cannot eat. Prayers are needed now more than ever.
Received: Dec. 4, 2024

Tracy Schwartz

Please pray for our son, Jesse, and his military attorney as they prepare his case before the Medical Review Board. Jesse developed type 1 diabetes and is seeking a waiver to fulfill the 2 years left in his initial contract. Pray God's will is felt/seen and observed in the ruling.
Received: Dec. 3, 2024

Anonymous

My friend lost her brother yesterday. Please pray for her and her mother. They need strength to get through this tragic time.
Received: Dec. 3, 2024

Natalie Nicole Sanchez

I am going through a devastating divorce and domestic violence situation. Please pray the truth will be revealed and I will come through this okay.
Received: Dec. 1, 2024

Anne Baum

I've been sick with an awful cough for over 2 weeks. I am now on antibiotics and awaiting results of the x-ray done on Friday to rule out walking pneumonia. Please pray for healing so I can attend Night of Worship this Friday.
Received: Dec. 1, 2024

Cecilia Ardon

Please pray for my finances. It’s been almost a year since I've had a job and I am struggling to pay my debts.
Received: Nov. 27, 2024

Frank R.

I am 33, with a wife and 2 young children. I have had ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) for 3.5 years and am nearly fully paralyzed. I am grateful that this journey led me to the Lord. I want more time to serve Jesus and spend meaningful time with my family. Please pray for physical healing and restoration of my body so I am not dependent on anyone but Jesus.
Received: Nov. 24, 2024

Noemi Medrano

I would like prayer for my friend and I to reconcile, that God can restore our friendship.
Received: Nov. 24, 2024

Michelle Spera

I am requesting prayers for myself and my family. We have to move out of our home because the landlord needs to do many  renovations. Pray that we are able to find a place to rent quickly.
Received: Nov. 24, 2024

Wendy Daly

I had total hip replacement on Wednesday, 11/20/24. Please pray for continued healing.
Received: Nov. 24, 2024

Wendy Daly

My son-in-law, Jamie, lost his father yesterday. Please pray for Jamie while he goes through this terribly difficult time.
Received: Nov. 23, 2024

Salinda Weary

Please pray for Kathy Miller and her husband. He was just diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Thank you.
Received: Nov. 23, 2024

Christine Miller

I am very thankful and blessed that my daughter and son-in-law, Jake and Ally, had a beautiful and healthy son, Jackson, on Thursday 11/21. I am so thankful momma and baby are healthy.
Received: Nov. 23, 2024

Ruben C.

 Please pray that the LORD provides for all of my spiritual, material, and financial needs.
Received: Nov. 22, 2024

Vanny Chham

I am having a hard time finding permanent and stable housing after parting ways with my former landlord/roommate. Pray that he would show compassion for my current situation and would consider allowing me to move back in.
Received: Nov. 22, 2024

Seowon Park

Please pray for me. I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and he died for my sins on the cross.
Received: Nov. 21, 2024

Mark Harris

My wife of 22 years left and took the kids without a word at the end of July. The Lord has taken me through the valley of death and despair. He has given me a new heart for him and for my family. Please pray that they would come home.
Received: Nov. 20, 2024

Vickie Shields

I am requesting prayers of healing and comfort for my sister, Teri Davis. She’s battling cancer and had surgery yesterday to try to remove some of it. Unfortunately, the cancer spread too much and they cannot remove what they needed to. The outlook does not look promising and they have given her 6 months to live. Her family and friends need prayers for this journey. I also pray that she accepts Jesus as her Savior before it’s too late.
Received: Nov. 20, 2024

Tara Poe

Please pray for medical answers for my son Aidan. He started having sharp chest pain last spring. After many tests the doctors at CHOP thought it was a fluke. He started to have these episodes again in the last two weeks. He is currently having them daily and has been feeling nauseous. We are waiting for an opening at CHOP.
Received: Nov. 20, 2024

Georgia Corcoran

I miss my son, Shane. I have not seen him for at least a year and he never calls. Please pray that I hear from him and for his salvation. 
Received: Nov. 19, 2024

Linda book

Please pray for me. I recently retired and my husband, Don, is jealous that I am no longer working while he is. I am babysitting my grandson every day, so that keeps me busy. Pray that he will come to church with me and that God would put someone in his life to mentor him.
Received: Nov. 19, 2024

Maurice

My father has renal failure and is now home after a 5-day stay in the hospital. Our family needs prayer for togetherness and strength.
Received: Nov. 18, 2024

Kim Eberly

Please pray for my husband (Kirk). He had cataract surgery on 11/12 that was not successful. He is scheduled for a second surgery for 11/27. Pray that his current lens doesn't slip out of place and that the jelly behind the lens doesn't push forward. Both would put him into emergency surgery. Pray for the doctor to successfully complete his surgery and that his sight would be restored.
Received: Nov. 13, 2024

Tamara a.

Pray that I would be able to forgive my spouse for years of emotional and psychological abuse and that God would touch his heart to provide transformation and healing. Pray for restoration and peace in our broken marriage and in our relationship with our two daughters.  
Received: Nov. 13, 2024

Lisa Clemens

We are broken hearted as we will be putting our beloved dog down tomorrow. We have had her for 10 yrs. I thank God for her unconditional love and much happiness she has brought us. We will miss her terribly.
Received: Nov. 11, 2024

Ashley Robinson

Prayers for my partner Dustin to renew his commitment to Christ and to seek help through detox, therapy, and commitment to going to church. Please pray for the strengthening of our bond and the relationship that we have cultivated, bring us closer together in Christ, not further apart. Please pray for our relationship to be healed and for Dustin to choose to continue our loving relationship and reach out to me soon. Please pray for our strength, faith, and patience during this process.
Received: Nov. 11, 2024

Barb Lavetan

Our friend Randy has just found out he has cancer of bladder, kidney, and pancreas. His first oncology appointment is Wednesday. Please pray for his healing or some treatment can be done to give him more time. Thank you
Received: Nov. 10, 2024

Megan Levey

Update on my moms friend, she is not doing well and we were just informed that her friend has been intubated and is still in the ICU.
Received: Nov. 6, 2024

Noemi Medrano

I would like prayer for things in my life to improve. Its been a rough year and I want things to get better.
Received: Nov. 6, 2024

Priscilla Foss

My friend died. I miss him. His name was Troy Hoenstine.
Received: Nov. 5, 2024

Megan Levey

A long time friend of my mom's and our family who lives in Michigan is in the ICU with pneumonia and is having trouble with responding to the first antibiotics that they tried. They are trying a second antibiotic. This friend's husband just passed away not to long ago.
Received: Nov. 5, 2024

Anonymous

Prayer my former landlord/roommate Michael will forgive me and give me a second chance to live together as roommates again soon. I’m not doing well in this transition and currently homeless living between my car and random couch for a day or two. I was also his live-in dog sitter. He travels a lot for work and leisure. I developed a strong bond with his puppy and miss her and Michael dearly. This place felt like home and I long to go back. I pray God can reconcile this relationship and restore it back to the original arrangement.
Received: Nov. 5, 2024

Nicole Carter

Please pray for healing for red hands that are inflamed due to cleaning products. Also pray for healing for Bell's palsy symptoms and stress.
Received: Nov. 4, 2024

Andrew Pick

Please pray for healing from fatigue and stress and for God to give me energy so I'm not tired all the time. Healing for bipolar disorder depression and for my schedule. Pray for my finances and for protection from our enemies.
Received: Nov. 4, 2024

Anonymous

Please pray for a miracle healing of my cancer.
Received: Nov. 3, 2024

Amanda Brant

Please pray for complete healing for my daughter Maren. Please pray that the Lord will make her tumor disappear—and if not that we can use medicine to stop it—that this medicine will not harm her and she will be free of this condition called LCH.
Received: Nov. 3, 2024

John Grane

Please pray for healing for my back and for healing for my dad. Pray for healing for his dementia and for strength for his legs.
Received: Nov. 2, 2024

Julie Castel

Please pray for the baby in my womb, that my baby would grow and develop without any complications.
Received: Nov. 2, 2024

Kathy DeChristopher

Please keep my grandma in prayer. She’s 92 and has been struggling with health this week. She’s currently in the hospital being treated and observed for a possible stroke. Please pray that she would have peace and comfort.
Received: Nov. 1, 2024

Tradawn Montgomery

Please pray for Tradawn and her mother who are having issues with the apartment manager. They feel spiritual warfare is involved. They were also in a car accident and lost their car. Please pray for money to move and for another car. 
Received: Oct. 31, 2024

Floyd Nesbitt

Please pray for me. I filed a disability compensation claim with the Veterans Administration. Please pray that the Lord gives me favor and wisdom in my case.
Received: Oct. 31, 2024

Theresa Staples

Please pray for Aaron to be set free from alcohol addiction, breakthrough to occur in all areas of his life, and for him to come back to God! Amen!
Received: Oct. 30, 2024

Mica Bonivena

Please pray that my son will not lose his job and that he is not responsible for the accident. Amen.
Received: Oct. 30, 2024

Glenn Hughes

I ask for prayers for my family and me. I attended service two weeks ago and I loved the service and the atmosphere. I ask that you pray for my family as we go through some difficult times. Work on my job has come to a halt and I am not getting hours as I normally do. I have rent coming up and don't know how its going to be paid. It's been a tough last 11 months with my wife not working due to dealing with mental health issues and me dealing with health issues as well. We have two grands that live with us. I want to get involved with the church, especially a men's group. I am scared that my rent won't get paid. Its just been a rough go of things. I will continue to pray but I'm very nervous.
Received: Oct. 30, 2024

David Chmielewski

Jesus, bless Magda, David, and their children with health, prosperity, and protection. Shower them with your blessings through the power of your blood. May all who join in this prayer experience your grace and favor. Amen.
Received: Oct. 29, 2024

Samantha Nanda

Please pray for the devil to be gone and removed from me forever.
Received: Oct. 28, 2024

Colette Gold

I had a severe stroke 13 years ago that affected my vision. It had improved, but I am experiencing vision loss again and would appreciate your prayers.
Received: Oct. 28, 2024

Laura Heighes

Please pray for our family that we are granted 50/50 as we enter our custody trial on Monday, October 28 at 9am. Prayers are welcome to alleviate the anxiety and fear our son is feeling.
Received: Oct. 27, 2024

JOhn Guerrieri

Pray for a miracle for strong Christian man struggling with addiction, for desire to stop and faith to trust God will help him. Pray for single mom to continue counseling. Pray for Christian church to start classes to help parents prepare children to deal with the current culture. Guidance for a Christian wife and mom looking for a new career.
Received: Oct. 25, 2024

Pamela Tennant

I am having severe upper left abdomen pain, doctors cannot figure out what is wrong but also have gastroenteritis. Thank you!
Received: Oct. 25, 2024

Eden s.

Please pray for me. I am a single mom of 3 who struggles with anxiety. Pray for success in my new job. Also, wisdom in parenting and forming godly relationships.
Received: Oct. 23, 2024

Dream lael

Pray for Kelly, a coworker, and her family of 4 for wisdom in finding a place to live and returning to her faith.
Received: Oct. 23, 2024

anonymous

Please pray that legal proceedings stop and that my husband comes home to me and our 3 year old daughter.
Received: Oct. 21, 2024

kimberly butcher

Please pray for my daughter Stephanie's unborn baby, Navaeh. The baby has fluid buildup in her whole body that is causing many other complications. Testing is being done at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Pray that Navaeh’s lymphatic system will function properly so all other complications will resolve and that Stephanie won't go into early labor.
Received: Oct. 16, 2024

anonymous

Please pray for me. I am struggling with my current life issues. 
Received: Oct. 16, 2024

Herb smeltzer

My brother (Fred) just found out he has a cancer mass on his kidney, which is pressing on his spine. Please pray for him.
Received: Oct. 14, 2024

Kemia Hawkins

Please pray that my high blood pressure would be brought under control and that the Lord would heal my stress and anxiety.
Received: Oct. 13, 2024

anonymous

Please pray for Charlie. He just lost his mother to ALS and now he's facing his own very serious health crisis. Thank you.
Received: Oct. 11, 2024

elizabeth ramsey

Please pray that God would help Shelly and Robert to reconcile their marriage.
Received: Oct. 9, 2024

chris roupas

Our friend's son, Theo, is one-and-a-half years old and was just diagnosed with an incurable cancer. An MRI will let them know how long he has to live. Please pray for healing and peace for this family.
Received: Oct. 9, 2024

deena blouse

Please pray for my older cousins who both live in Florida. Pray for their safety and for all the people in Florida in the path of the hurricane.
Received: Oct. 8, 2024

linda book

My daughter, Andrea, has 2 small children and lives 6 hours away from us. Her husband, Arick, is deployed in Iraq. She is stressed out about her husband's safety and raising the boys alone. Please pray for her and her family.
Received: Oct. 8, 2024

linda book

I lost my job so I am babysitting my 8-week-old grandson full-time. Pray for my relationship with my son, Austin, who works a stressful job. Also pray for his wife, Kim, who is sad to have to return to work so soon after the baby's birth.
Received: Oct. 8, 2024

Jay englar & bob sears

Please pray for us as we travel to Boone, NC, Oct. 13-20 for chaplain work with Hurricane Helene cleanup. Thank you!
Received: Oct. 6, 2024

Annie Miller

Please pray for my overwhelming anxiety. I'm worried about my husband’s upcoming long distance trip. I'm also scared about getting older and what the future holds. I know Jesus is with me but the extra prayers would be really helpful.
Received: Oct. 5, 2024

Jenny tressler

Pray that my relationship with Ron would be healed and restored.
Received: Oct. 5, 2024

Kay C.

Pray for my daughter Jordan be healed of her multiple medical issues, and that she would stay positive and grow stronger in her faith. Pray for my husband John to have continued sobriety and healing of his PTSD and head injury. Pray that the Lord would give me the strength and guidance to help them.
Received: Oct. 3, 2024