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Please pray for…
…the Church, and for all who serve her, especially our Archbishop Dame Sarah, Bishops Michael and Fiona and our clergy in this Diocese: that God may grant them wisdom, strength, and grace to proclaim the gospel with courage; that, fixing our minds on whatsoever is true, pure, and lovely, we may all faithfully serve Him in our generation;
… our Benefice, especially during this vacancy, that our faith stays true and strong. Father God, give us grace to do your will in all that we plan and do that our works may bring glory to your Name.
…the world, for the nations of the earth, for reconciliation where there is hatred and conflict, for justice to the poor and the excluded: that King Charles, and the leaders of all nations seek justice, cultivate gentleness, and foster that peace which passeth understanding, so that all people may dwell in safety and hope;
…our local community, family and friends that our Heavenly Father, who hath bound us together in a common life, may teach us to love one another, to welcome the stranger, and to care for the vulnerable; that we may share his gifts with open hands, kindness and grace;
…the sick and the suffering, and for all who are in any need: that the Lord, who is the strength of the weak and the comfort of the afflicted, may hear our prayers for all who suffer in body, mind, or spirit, that he may relieve their distress and calm their fears;
… those who have died and rest in the peace of Christ, and those whose anniversary falls at this time … that we may be granted with them, and with all the saints, the joy of eternal life. Strengthen all who grieve, with comfort faith and peace,
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
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