Prayer Stations
Prayer stations can be a great way for young people to pray more creatively, here are some ideas of stations focusing on God’s provision however the possibilities for prayer stations are endless!
Suitable For Ages 11 upwards
Required: candles, paper, pens, a wooden cross, post-its and any other materials you may wish to use
Extra Files Needed (i.e. worksheets etc): Prayer Station Bible Verse – click to download
Prayer & Reflection We’re going to spend the next ten minutes or so just spending some time thanking God for all he does provide for us. There’s a selection of stations set up around the hall and just make your way around them.
Light Station – Light a candle whilst thinking about someone who shines in your life. Maybe a friend who’s always there or has helped you through a difficult time, maybe your mum or dad who’s always supportive or someone else. As you light the candle thank God for that person.
Trust – Here you can write down something you might be struggling with, whether it’s someone, something at school, home or a question about God write it down then pray about it, giving it to God
The Cross – Spend some time here reflecting upon what Jesus did, thanking him for his love.
Provision – Here you can thank God for the things he provides for us, on one of the cut out loaves write down some things you’re grateful to God for.
Prayer Wall – Use this wall to draw, write or do anything, use these drawings or words as prayers .
To finish you might like to gather people together and pray as a group to close