11/03/2026
November 3, 2026
Dear Christ Lutheran Members and Friends,
Today, we lift up in prayer the national elections taking place across our country.
How can we bring our faith into this process, especially when we may hold a political view about a particular party or candidate we hope will win?
In general, we can spend time in prayer and ask God to show us reasons to be grateful for the process of voting and elections.
In this season of pointed advertising, rhetoric, and campaigning—which may strike us as anything from clean to dirty—we still have elections.
We may be directed to stories, people, or circumstances that show great moral character, fairness, and helpfulness. Today, God has placed on my heart gratitude for all the poll workers across our country.
We can pray that the elections go smoothly and fairly, welcome everyone, and take place in a safe environment—and that the outcomes will be accepted.
We can pray that all who are elected, and the outcomes of the ballot measures, will serve the good of our society and communities.
We can pray that campaigns remember to collect their advertising materials, which seem to be displayed everywhere.
You may even choose to pray about your vote, your support, and your reaction to the elections—and about how you will speak about all of it.
I know that Jesus calls us to love, grace, and forgiveness; to serve and care for others; and to advocate for “the least of these,” the outcast, and the powerless. We can pray that we remember this during election season and that, no matter what, we remain invited to grow in our faith.
We are encouraged to pray for all our elected officials and leaders. It is always generous to pray that our leaders may be safe, lead with wisdom and compassion, and be good listeners and thoughtful speakers.
Practically speaking, our church is supporting the elections by serving as a polling location. Today, that even meant turning on the air conditioning and changing the toilet paper rolls. These were two simple ways to show hospitality and kindness.
Voting is a civic right for most citizens, so if you voted or will vote, thank you. That is one way to support and participate in the process.
But, in my opinion, we are all called to participate in the process through our faith and prayer, and by staying connected to God through the Holy Spirit. This helps us understand our own actions and attitudes, and how we stay involved and engaged. Let us all try to connect our daily lives and faith in all things, including the election process.
In Christ,
Pr. Rob
