Prayer Group

The backbone of every congregation is prayer-- we all know that. The Bible tells us about how effective a Christian's prayer can be. James 5:16 say, "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." In other words, I'd rather have ONE righteous Christian praying for me than 100 "lukewarm" Christians. We are a congregation that values prayer. It draws us closer to our Father (Col. 1:3).

One of our long-time groups at Main Street is our Prayer Group. It has met for years and although we are small in number, we are mighty in prayer. Did you know in our meeting each week we: 1. Pray for each member who was not present on Sunday
2. Discuss and pray for our members who are sick, as well as "friends and
family" of our members who may be sick. We remember those in our
area nursing homes and our members who are shut-in.
3. We pray specifically also for the bereaved who have lost loved ones,
those in the military, those suffering disasters, and for our nation.
4. We pray for each member, our evangelistic programs, our mission out-
reach, the Children's Homes, our youth leaders, and the elders and
deacons.
5. We pray for needs within our congregation, as they arise. We send
out cards and notes to members who need strength and encouragement.

How important is our prayer group? You can see its significance in action as we see the answered prayers. Thanks to our mighty prayer warriors who dedicate themselves to this ministry.



Dallas Cagle (left), the deacon in charge of the Prayer Group, and Rick McEntire.

Pat Graham and Joyce Ward

Doris Shackelford, Lana Henson, and Nancy Medlock

Auvern Whaley

Helen Swindle, who also volunteers in a local jail ministry to women.