 uphold and sustain our shut-in and homebound members, that they may know that they remain part of your family, even if they can no longer be here in your house. Use us to share your love with them, comforting them in their isolation. Lord, in your mercy. Amen. Grant your wisdom and heavenly grace to all Christian pastors, missionaries, teachers, and other church workers, that by their devoted service, faith may abound and your kingdom increase.