Prayer Requests
Prayer Requests Help
Learn how to submit and manage prayer requests.
Submitting a Prayer Request
- Navigate to Prayer Requests from the main menu
- Click Submit Prayer Request
- Enter your name and prayer request details
- Choose visibility settings:
- Public: Visible to all members
- Private: Only visible to selected staff/roles
- Submit your request
Visibility Options
Control who can see your prayer request:
- Public: Anyone visiting the prayer page can see it
- Private with Staff: Only church staff can view
- Private with Prayer Ministry: Prayer ministry team access
- Private with Elders: Church elders access
- Specific Members: Choose individual members
Prayer Request Status
Requests can have different statuses:
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Pending | Awaiting staff review |
| Praying | Actively being prayed for |
| Answered | Prayer has been answered |
| Inactive | No longer active |
Praying for Others
- Browse the public prayer list
- Click on a request to see details
- Pray for the person
- Optionally leave an encouraging comment
For Staff: Managing Requests
Staff and prayer ministry team can:
- Review all submitted requests
- Approve or reject requests for public display
- Update prayer request status
- Add internal notes