Posted on 10/31/2026 12:59:08 PM PDT by Maudeen
I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone: for kings and all those in authority that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. (1 Timothy 2:1-2)
LIVE AS IF JESUS WILL RETURN TODAY!
Father God, how we have strayed from the America that understood the important influence of faith. We ask in the Name of Jesus to help us keep our focus on You so that we can avoid the distractions of the world that bring futility and hopelessness. Let us spread the Word that the true meaning and purpose in life is found only in You.
As our nation’s elections draw close, we ask for Your guidance in providing the importance of Truth and Justice to the voters of America. We pray that exposure to the fraudulent schemes of the enemy will result in “making things right” for future elections, future generations.
We pray for the protection of candidates and their families, President Trump and Vice President Vance, our military and leaders in all facets of life that are standing for righteousness.
Evil is abound, not only within some churches celebrating Halloween. but with even witches influencing the midterms.
Heavenly Father, You made us on Purpose for Your Purpose. Help us heed the call You have on our lives . . . have Your Way with us.
We love You, God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit all in One.
We pray in the Precious Name of Jesus, Amen
Praying With You, Maudeen, in Jesus Name.
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JESUS IS RIGHT FOR WHATEVER IS WRONG IN OUR LIVES!
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IF WE ARE NOT HUNGRY FOR GOD’S WORD, WE ARE PROBABLY TOO FULL OF OURSELVES!
Amen,
Prayers to rebuke that spirit of anti-Christ rising up across our land. Its evil is beginning to manifest itself unhinged everywhere today.
In the Holy Name of Jesus, Amen.
Priestmartyr John Kochurov
https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2026/10/31/103122-priestmartyr-john-kochurov
Troparion — Tone 1
Aflame with love for God, you gave your life as a martyr for Christ and neighbor, / for this you received a crown of righteousness from Him. / Hieromartyr John, entreat the most Merciful God / to preserve the Holy Church in peace and to save our souls.
Troparion
You were revealed to all as a true shepherd / O Hieromartyr John of Chicago, / for you nurtured your people in the Orthodox Faith, / guiding them by word and deed on the path of salvation, / and defended the Faith even unto the shedding of your blood. / Therefore, we, your spiritual children, cry out in thanksgiving: / Glory to Him who gave you strength! / Glory to Him who granted you the Martyr’s crown! / Glory to Him who through you grants mercy to all!
Kontakion
As you zealously fulfilled your pastoral service, / you brought your soul to God as a well-pleasing sacrifice, O Father John. / Entreat Christ God to grant peace to the world and great mercy to our souls.
Kontakion
Now the holy Hieromartyr is glorified, / for he took up his cross and followed Christ. / In so doing, he gave us a model of true discipleship. / Therefore, let us cry aloud to him: / Rejoice, O Father John, the glory of priests!
........First Clergy Martyr of the Russian Revolution........

Amen
Psalm 91
1 You who live in the shelter of the Most High,
who abide in the shadow of the Almighty,*
2 will say to the Lord, ‘My refuge and my fortress;
my God, in whom I trust.’
3 For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler
and from the deadly pestilence;
4 he will cover you with his pinions,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness is a shield and buckler.
5 You will not fear the terror of the night,
or the arrow that flies by day,
6 or the pestilence that stalks in darkness,
or the destruction that wastes at noonday.
7 A thousand may fall at your side,
ten thousand at your right hand,
but it will not come near you.
8 You will only look with your eyes
and see the punishment of the wicked.
9 Because you have made the Lord your refuge,*
the Most High your dwelling-place,
10 no evil shall befall you,
no scourge come near your tent.
11 For he will command his angels concerning you
to guard you in all your ways.
12 On their hands they will bear you up,
so that you will not dash your foot against a stone.
13 You will tread on the lion and the adder,
the young lion and the serpent you will trample under foot.
14 Those who love me, I will deliver;
I will protect those who know my name.
15 When they call to me, I will answer them;
I will be with them in trouble,
I will rescue them and honour them.
16 With long life I will satisfy them,
and show them my salvation.
Joining you in prayer
for a revival of His Holy Spirit
that our nation will re-establish our Christian foundation
that God fearing people will be elected into office
Amen and amen, Maudeen.
Amen
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