We pray for men who are fathers, either by birth, by adoption, through foster care, or through raising grandchildren. We pray that they may be supported in their parenting by their partners, fellow fathers, their workplaces, supervisors, and other men in their lives; that their children may be provided with sufficient food, shelter, education, and healthcare. Hear our prayer, Fathering God.
We pray for fathers who have lost children, either in utero, through sickness, through war and violence, or through tragic accident. Comfort them, Holy Spirit, with Your everlasting presence and assure them of new life. Hear our prayer, Fathering Jesus.
We pray for fathers who are incarcerated; fathers who have been abusive; fathers who have been hurtful and neglectful; fathers who have left their families. We pray for Your will to be done in their lives and in the lives of their families. Hear our prayer, Fathering Spirit.