PRAYER REQUEST
Unite your congregation with a platform for prayer requests
Collect and share prayer requests with your congregation quickly by using Text-Em-All to send mass text messages or automated calls.
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Collect prayer requests from your congregation
Instead of individually reaching out to members or waiting until the following sermon, send a single text or voice broadcast and instantly reach everyone in your congregation. Using a mass texting service to share prayer requests breaks the barriers of not being physically together and creates community.
Sharing prayer requests with your congregation this way can be a powerful way to connect with others and experience the support and comfort that comes from being part of a community of faith.
Here are some good use cases:
Ask your congregation for prayer requests weekly
Create a prayer chain
Send out regular prayer reminders
Follow up on prayer requests from your congregation
Our simple process
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Manually add contacts to a broadcast or upload a list. We’ll automatically identify non-textable numbers.
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5 Best practices for sharing a prayer request
Respect the privacy of your members
It's important to respect the privacy of those who have shared prayer requests. Be careful not to share too much personal information or details about a member's situation without their permission.
Use discretion
Consider the right time and setting to share prayer requests with the congregation. For example, it may be more appropriate to share a prayer request with a smaller group before sharing it with the congregation. Sometimes, the member may request that you only share their prayer request with a small group.
Keep it concise
When sharing a prayer request with the congregation, keep it concise and to the point. Provide enough information for people to pray specifically, but don't go into too much detail.
Encourage prayer
When sharing a prayer request with the congregation, be sure to encourage people to pray. Consider providing specific prayers or guidance on how to pray for the person or situation in need.
Follow up
After sharing a prayer request with the congregation, be sure to follow up with the person or family to let them know that people are praying or have prayed for them. This can be a meaningful way to show support and let them know they are not alone.
Questions about mass texting for prayer requests
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Who should I send my prayer request to?
The best person to send a prayer request to will depend on your church's practices. Often, it's the pastor or someone in charge of pastoral care. You can also check your church’s bulletin, website, or ask a church leader for guidance.
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What is a prayer request?
A prayer request is a call-to-action for others to pray for a specific person, need, or situation. It helps build support, encourages community, and can be a meaningful way for people to feel loved, seen, and supported.
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What do you write in a prayer request?
Prayer requests should be short and clear. Include the person's first and last name, a quick explanation of the prayer need, and a message of gratitude. A good format includes a friendly opening, a brief description of the situation, and a thank-you for their prayers.
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How do I request prayer?
You can request prayer by sending a message to your congregation through a mass texting service like Text-Em-All. It’s a fast and respectful way to gather support and keep everyone informed.
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How do I collect prayer requests from members?
Some people may come up to you after service and speak about a problem, asking for your prayers. In this case, you can write out a request for them, sending it through Text-Em-All. Alternatively, you can have a prayer request form on your website for people to fill in. You could also encourage people to text you or email you. Regardless, once you have the requests, you can use your messaging service to spread it as far as possible.
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