The buildings and ground staff at the First Baptist Church of Cleveland, TN, have great attitudes about setting up tables, moving chairs around, and helping people carry their loads into the church. But they take their dedication to managing the facility a step further—these guys are prayer warriors!

The church hosts many classes, studies, and events related to its own ministry. But the church facilities are also used by several groups and vendors from outside the church. Last year the building team set up for 1,100 events.

When the staff sets up a room, they also pray throughout the room for the people who will use it, as well as for the success of the event. As they haul tables around, they pray for God’s blessing. Then they leave behind a note indicating that they’ve prayed.

On a simple card, they print Bible verses and a message about their prayers—and then sign their names. The team has researched appropriate Scripture passages, including Hebrews 6:10 and 1 Thessalonians 1:3. The verses refer to remembering people in prayer for their work and labors of love.

Wayne Richardson, director of buildings and grounds, says that the response has been “unbelievable.” Very few of the cards are left behind in the rooms. In fact, most people ask if they can take the cards with them because they are such a blessing.

Richardson manages this staff of ten men and says it was the team’s idea to do more than just set up tables. “They’re a great team of guys,” says Richardson. They usually have lunch together and pray in their meetings.

And when they prepare a room for an event, they do more than just the physical set-up. They are also preparing the room by inviting the presence of Christ to bless all who will walk through the doors.