VOA Southwest Chaplain

Rev. Ev Lundgren

Our chaplain provides vital emotional, spiritual, and ethical support to individuals and families, especially during times of stress, grief, or crisis. He fosters a compassionate workplace culture, offers confidential listening, assists with moral decision-making, and promotes holistic well-being. His presence can improve morale, reduce burnout, and help navigate complex interpersonal or ethical challenges, making him a valuable resource for staff, clients, and the community. Importantly, he offers care and support to people of all faiths, spiritual backgrounds, and those with no religious affiliation, ensuring that everyone feels respected and heard.

Seeking God, Serving People

At Volunteers of America, our prayer request line is a faith-centered channel offering compassionate care, where individuals can share their burdens, seek spiritual support, and experience the healing power of prayer within a caring community.

Request a Prayer

Requesting prayer with our Community of Prayer offers meaningful spiritual and emotional benefits. Spiritually, it provides a sense of divine support through intercession, reminding you that others are lifting your needs in prayer. Emotionally, it brings comfort and peace. Sharing your burdens with compassionate prayer team members can ease anxiety and offer hope, especially during difficult times.

Each prayer request is personally acknowledged by the Chaplain, who sends a confirmation email with the process, follow-up details, and optional support. The Chaplain reviews each request to protect privacy, prepares an appropriate prayer, and adds the submission date. The finalized prayer is then shared on the VOASW app feed for the prayer team. Two weeks later, the Chaplain reaches out to the requester to offer an update, celebrate answered prayers, or retire the request if desired.