Billy Graham once said, “Prayer is simply a two-way conversation between you and God.” That is exactly what we tell the youth at Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home.
Prayers are powerful!
That is why we are asking you to pray for our youth through our Prayers of Hope initiative. The youth at the Home have many prayer requests and need the love and support from our staff and from friends of the Home.
Here is how our Prayers of Hope work: At the bottom of this page, there is a form for you to place your email. On the third Thursday of each month, 5-6 prayer requests from our youth will be emailed to you. If you do not have email, not to worry! Please call the Foundation at 317-775-0606 and we can arrange for physical copies to be mailed.
Below is our most recent monthly Prayers of Hope.
August 2026
Dear Friends,
Thank you for lifting up the youth at Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home in prayer. The Bible tells us about the power of prayer. Philippians 4:6 says, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
For privacy reasons, we have changed the names in each prayer…but God knows exactly who they are and what they need!
“As for me, I call to God…and he hears my voice.” Psalm 55:16-17
Father God, we pray for our students who start college this month. We celebrate their great achievements. Please place people in their lives who care about their future and well-being. Help them realize that You have a plan for them and not to worry about what the future holds. Remind the students that You are only a prayer away when they meet obstacles and challenges. In Your Name we pray, Amen.
Lord, we celebrate with Brea. She was hired at a local restaurant and now has more responsibility. Lord, we thank You for the important plans You have in mind for Brea. We pray that Brea’s new job brings her immense joy and that she garners self-esteem in the process. In Your Name we pray, Amen.
Heavenly Father, we pray for Jasper and Kenneth as they both have upcoming court dates. They hope they will live with their respective mothers, but the decision is in the hands of the courts. Please alleviate their fears, for the unknown frightens them. We know, Father, that You are the ultimate protector and will help navigate their paths as they enter a new phase as young adults. Amen
Gracious God, we pray for everyone affected by the recent flooding in Indiana. Please bring comfort, safety, and strength to those recovering and to all who are helping. Amen
Thank you for praying for our youth.