Prayer Ministry on Alpha Preparing for the Weekend / Day Away and Healing Night Come, Holy Spirit, Come 5 Values for Ministry 1) Ministry of the Holy Spirit 2) Biblical Authority 3) Dignity of the Individual 4) Harmonious Relationships 5) The Body of Christ 1. Ministry of the Holy Spirit God wants to involve us! Partnership, cooperation, obedience. Expect the Holy Spirit to come. It’s not about physical manifestations – focus is Jesus Simplicity & truthfulness 2. Biblical Authority The Spirit of God and the written Word of God never conflict – they complement. Pray for the Holy Spirit to deal with sin and repentance. Memorize and pray the Word of God. 3. Dignity of the Individual Created in God’s Image Respect & Value Comfort & Affirm Confidentiality is essential. 3. Dignity of the Individual Share... words of knowledge. stories of answered prayer. Jesus! if the opportunity arises… the gift of the Holy Spirit with them. 4. Harmonious Relationships Conversation NEVER criticize others! Weekend/Day Away nothing cynical or crude Prayer one person leads, the other person follows. 5. The Body of Christ Christian community = long-term healing and spiritual growth The Alpha course is a process – everyone’s spiritual journey is different. New Christians: authority in Jesus Christ and spiritual armor Alpha Canada Website www.alphacanada.org