Prayer point

Pray for joint committee decisions regarding vulnerable individuals

Pray for Government
From NHOP · 2024-02-16

The Manitoba Legislative Building in Winnipeg, flying the Canadian and Manitoba flags — The Manitoba Legislative Building in Winnipeg. Sharon Hahn Darlin / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

For he will deliver the needy when he cries; the poor, who has no helper. He will have pity on the poor and needy. He will save the souls of the needy.

Psalm 72:12-13 World English Bible

Reflection

Decisions surrounding health policies and support for vulnerable citizens require extraordinary wisdom and discernment. When parliamentary committees weigh complex choices affecting those living with mental health challenges, every deliberation carries deep human weight. Compassion must guide each recommendation so that care and protection remain central. Ask God to grant committee members exceptional clarity, empathy, and sound judgment as they evaluate evidence and draft policies aimed at safeguarding vulnerable lives.

Prayer

Pray for the new joint committee to have profound insight in making decisions that are fair and just, especially for vulnerable individuals like those grappling with mental illness.

Prayer point from the National House of Prayer.