Without question, Jerusalem is one of the holiest places in the world. It is the epicenter of the Christian and the Catholic faiths so it comes as now surprise that many Christians and Catholics all over the world make single prayer requests to Jerusalem on a regular basis. There are several things that you can incorporate into your prayer requests to Jerusalem.
You will receive photos of your printed prayer request placed on the Stone of Anointing; the place where Jesus’ body was prepared for burial after his crucifixion.
A Single Prayer Request to Jerusalem
If you find yourself struggling to develop your prayer requests, here are some details that you may want to consider as you’re putting your special prayer together:
- Prayer for Healing
Are you struggling with a particularly difficult aspect of your life? Perhaps you were recently diagnosed with an illness or a close relative is sick. Incorporating a prayer for healing into your single prayer request to Jerusalem can serve as a powerful request to God to hear your plea and look kindly on your intercession.
- Prayer for Faith
Have you grappled with issues associated with faith during your life? If the answer is yes, then you wouldn’t be the only person to experience this. Sending a prayer for faith as part of your single prayer request to Jerusalem is something that can easily help you to feel closer to God. Also, spending time in prayer can help you to improve and enhance your faith which is something that can help your overall spiritual life.
- Prayers for the dead
When a loved one passes away, the emotions that you may feel for the rest of your life may feel indescribable. As you start to manage your grief, one of the best things that you can do is turn to God for love, caring and support. As you create your single prayer request to Jerusalem, you may want to include prayers for the dead. You can pray for their souls in hopes that they are spending their eternal life in the peace of heaven.
Intercessory Prayers to Jerusalem
You can also call on the intercessory prayers of a saint to help you in your prayer request. A St. Jude prayer request for example is one that many people turn to due to the fact that he is designated as the saint of hopeless causes. One of the popular prayers to St. Jude in times of suffering is:
Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, I place myself into your hands at this difficult time. Help me to know that I am not alone. Please pray for me, asking God to send me comfort for my sorrows, bravery for my fears, and healing for my suffering. Ask our loving God to strengthen my faith and give me the courage to accept His Will for my life. Thank you, St. Jude, for the hope you offer to all who believe in you. Amen.
Submit Your Single Prayer Requests to Jerusalem Today
At Holy Land Prayer, we ensure that your special single prayer requests to Jerusalem are prayed in one of the holiest churches in the world, the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Our prayer library is filled with numerous powerful prayers that you can incorporate into your request. Submit your prayer today. God will always hear the pleas of his people.