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Heavenly Father, we give you thanks for your Church throughout the world. Strengthen all who minister in your name, that your word may be faithfully preached and your sacraments rightly administered. We pray for our bishop, clergy, and all lay leaders. We pray for those recently baptised and those preparing for Holy Baptism, among them Mila, Iris, Pippa, Margot and Jax. Renew your Church in holiness and empower it in witness.
Gracious God, we pray for the nations of the world. Guide all who hold authority and those who shape public life. Give wisdom to leaders and inspire them to seek justice, peace, and the common good. We remember all who suffer under the weight of oppression, conflict, or poverty.
Lord of compassion, look with mercy upon all who are suffering—those who are sick, lonely, or in despair. Bring comfort to the grieving and strength to the weary. Surround those known to us who are ill with your love and restore them in body, mind, and spirit.
Holy God, bless our homes, families, and communities. Teach us to love one another, to forgive as we have been forgiven, and to seek reconciliation wherever there is division. May our lives reflect the grace and truth of Christ.
We remember with thanksgiving those who have died in faith. Grant us grace to follow their example, that with them we may share in the hope of your eternal kingdom.
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