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Father we give you thanks that your Son was raised from the humiliation of the cross to the glory of heaven. We offer our prayers through him who, as our great High Priest, ever intercedes for us:
We pray for all who serve the church as bishops, priests, deacons and lay ministers … we pray especially for Bishop Michael and all who minister in this diocese and in these parishes … give them grace to nourish your people through their teaching and care;
We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters throughout the world who worship in fear of persecution, hatred or deprivation … sustain their faith and strengthen our fellowship with them through prayer and practical support;
We pray for each other as we seek to be witnesses of Christ in our everyday lives and work … lead us by the Holy Spirit in the ways of Christ, that we may learn to speak as he would;
We pray for our King and his government, and for the leaders of the nations as they try to resolve the difficult issues confronting them … we pray for peace in our world … for an end to to suffering and starvation in the Middle East … for Ukraine … bless all peacemakers, peace-keepers, and all who work to promote justice, reconciliation and opportunity for all;
We pray for those who face distressing illness, increased frailty or painful treatment … bring healing through the care they receive from doctors and nurses, relatives and friends;
Eternal God, we remember before you those who have died in the faith, especially Sonia, Marjory, Marjory, Anthony, Liz and George … grant them rest and light perpetual … comfort those who grieve, and give us hope in the resurrection of your Son, our Saviour.
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