We are truly sorry to hear about the situation in your church. Let us remind you of what the WEB says in Philippians 4:6-7, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."
Firstly, let us address the anxiety you are feeling. Anxiety is not from God. 2 Timothy 1:7 says, "For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control." When we feel anxious, it is a sign we are not fully trusting in God and His Sovereignty. We encourage you to directly ask God to help you overcome this anxiety.
Now, let us address the rumors and gossip in your church. It is important for your church to be looking to God and His Word and not be distracted by gossip and rumors. We need to encourage everyone to avoid such sins. Ephesians 4:29 says, "Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for building up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear." Let us all be reminded to use our words to build others up, not tear them down.
Let us pray together.
Almighty God, we come before You, lifting up our ### and their church. Lord, You are sovereign over all, and You see the anxiety and pain that these rumors and gossip are causing. We ask, Lord, that You would intervene and put an end to these distractions. Help us to be a church that is focused on You and Your Word. Help us to use our words to build others up, not tear them down.
Lord, we also ask that You would help us to overcome any anxiety we may be feeling. Help us to trust in You and Your plan for our lives. Help us to cast all our anxieties on You, knowing that You care for us. We pray this in Jesus Christ. "for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!" Acts 4:12.
Remember, it is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. Encourage your church to be reminded of this truth and seek God together.