Those feeling unwell, or who are elderly and living with pain and those who have asked for our prayers.
In the words of Archbishop Hosam, with people around the world, we pray:
God of all justice and peace we cry out to you in the midst of the pain and trauma of violence and fear which prevails in the Holy Land. Be with those who need you in these days of suffering;
we pray for people of all faiths – Jews, Muslims and Christians and for all people of the land.
While we pray to you, O Lord, for an end to violence and the establishment of peace, we also call for you to bring justice and equity to the peoples.
Guide us into your kingdom where all people are treated with dignity and honour as your children for, to all of us, you are our Heavenly Father. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
We continue to pray for Ukraine and Russia
God of peace and justice, we pray for the people of Ukraine today.
We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons.
We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow,
that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them.
We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment
and compassion to guide their decisions.
Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear,
that you would hold and protect them.
We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen.
We pray for the people around the world, suffering from famine and drought.
Good Shepherd, we pray for cooperation and support for life-saving assistance to people struggling from food insecurity and hunger around the world. Send life-giving rains at just the right time, create good conditions for families to grow food for their survival, and cease conflict so Your children will no longer go to bed hungry each night. Amen.
We pray for the people suffering from abuse.
God of justice, peace and compassion, Heavenly Father, Creator and Sustainer of all, We thank you that you gave yourself, your own Son, to give every person the opportunity to turn from darkness to the light of your presence and love. We know that all those who endure cruelty and abuse are precious in your sight, that no tear falls without your knowledge and love, and we ask that they would know your presence, strength, comfort and wisdom – even in their fear, confusion and pain. We commit ourselves, those who have experience of abuse, those whose loved ones have experience of abuse and those of us who enjoy safety and peace in our relationships – to RISE UP against domestic abuse in all its forms. We pray – for your compassion as we seek to RESPOND – for your wisdom as we become better INFORMED – for your gentleness as we try to SUPPORT – for your strength as we hope to EMPOWER – and the mark of your Holy Spirit that UNITES us together to work and PRAY unceasingly, until situations change and freedom, life and love is restored to all. In your dear and powerful name we cry out to you together. Amen
We pray for our care homes and the staff that look after the needs of their residents. And for all care workers who visit our elderly.
We pray for The Nestling Trust and for Sue who tirelessly continues with her work in Nepal. For the on-going work of their clinics. For the wellbeing of the children in their care and those running the homes. And for the health and safety of street children everywhere.
We pray for our education system and for our schools, head-teachers and all staff as they continue to seek to educate our children in safety and with love.
We prayer for all places of work within our benefice where the needs of ourselves and our neighbours are met on a daily basis.
Prayer Diary
Monday O loving God, you give us all we need for our daily lives, and sustain us with you love. Help us to tell the stories of your Son to the people we meet so they may come to share in the bounty of your provision too.
Tuesday Jesus, you are our saviour and redeemer. We owe you so much that the debt can never be repaid. Help us to live with the gift of your life and as redeemed citizens of heaven.
Wednesday God of all healing, we prayer for those that we know to be ill or have asked us to pray for them. We ask that you meet them at their point of greatest need, today and always. We pray for our own wellbeing and for your sustaining grace to fill our lives.
Thursday Lord of all justice and giver of peace. The world is so broken and in need, that knowing where to start is beyond our understanding, so we turn to you in prayer. Help the world leaders to better manage the resources this world has. To understand, that all people are equal and precious in your sight. And that love is stronger than hate and peace better than war.
Friday Word of God, giver of all wisdom, help us to glen the knowledge of your love for us, in the words of scripture. May we learn our purpose in this world and become true light to those around us.
Saturday God of our past, guide to our future. Lead us always along the path of truth and justice. Remove from us any prejudice or malice, so that we may truly minister to others in your name.
O Lord my God, Most High and humble king.
You who have saved me so many times.
I love you and know that you love me beyond measure.
My heart is full of the wonder I see each day.
I see your overwhelming power
in an oceans wave.
I see your love and care for all that you have created, in the delicate lace of a butterfly’s wing.
And at the end of the day, I see the peace that you give to all living creatures in the beauty of the setting sun.
How can I not love you Lord?
Or thank you for my life.
The Benefice of the Lavingtons, Cheverells & Easterton 