Prayers for the people of the Gulf region
A delegation of nationally prominent faith leaders traveled to the Gulf this week to survey the devastation wrought by the ongoing oil spill, and churches across the region and country are reaching out to people in need and speaking out about the catastrophe. Look for this to continue throughout the summer. On Sunday July 18, the Evangelical Environmental Network and the National Association of Evangelicals are organizing a National Day of Prayer for the Gulf. Numerous evangelical churches in the Gulf region and across the country will observe by including in their worship services prayers for “the people of the Gulf, for God’s creation in the gulf, and for the Lord’s intervention and deliverance.” Given EEN’s tireless work to promote creation care, along with the NAE’s nationwide reach and commitment to environmental stewardship, this looks to be an inspiring event in congregations across the country.