Prayer for the youth of the world

God of all generations, past, present, and future, this day we focus our prayers on the youth of our world.

We pray for those:

Who are seeking something more

Those who are lost

Those who are abused

Those who have discovered the joy of Christ’s love that they might continue in their faith

For our future leaders

For teen moms and dads

For those left to act as the adult in their families

For those with AIDS and HIV

For those confronted with war

For the homeless youth

For those with leukemia and other devastating diseases

Those in gangs

Those who are teased and bullied

Those with mental illness

Those who struggle with depression

Those who cut themselves and self-mutilate

For youth who struggle with body image

For those addicted to drugs, alcohol, or nicotine

For those who are forced into prostitution

We know youth struggle with so many issues, many we have left unnamed, but we entrust them to you O God.

We pray for your protection and guidance.

This day we also pray for their future, our hopes and dreams for their lives

We pray that they will be

Happy

Joyfilled

Inspired

Healthy

Convicted about their beliefs

Dedicated

Impassioned

Witnessed to

Empowered

Loved

Spirit filled

Confident

Creative

Dreamers

Accomplished

Virtuous

Merciful

Gracious

Constantly seeking more knowledge

Curious

Motivated

Reflective

Charitable

Humanitarian

Justice seeking

Faithful

Assertive

Courageous

Bold

Environmentally conscious

Peace promoting

Truth telling prophets

That they wouldn’t lose their wonder

And that they would realize their dreams.

We lift our prayers to you this day O Holy One, our petitions, laments, and hopes for the youth of our world.

Amen.