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Please pray for…
… the whole Church as we celebrate Bible Sunday, that we may mark, learn, and inwardly digest the Scriptures and be transformed by their truth. ….especially for our own benefice during this time of vacancy. Guide our churchwardens and PCCs with your wisdom, and give patience and hope to our congregation while we wait.
…our world in this fragile season. ….nations affected by ongoing conflict, war, and rising tensions across the Middle East, and for all who are fleeing hardship, violence, or severe humanitarian crisis. ….the leaders of all nations, that they may be guided by wisdom, integrity, and restraint. In a time of economic pressure, changing technology, and environmental uncertainty, grant that those in power act with compassion to protect the most vulnerable.
…our local streets, schools, workplaces, and homes. … families facing financial worry, rising household costs, or anxiety about the months ahead. …all local foodbanks, charities, and community groups working tirelessly to care for those in need. …….where there is loneliness or fear, bring connection, peace, and the light of Christ’s love.
…all who are carrying burdens of pain, illness, grief, or mental exhaustion. …..those in hospital, those receiving care at home, and all who feel overwhelmed by health struggles or long waits for medical care. Strengthen the hands of our doctors, nurses, carers, and emergency responders, and surround every sufferer with the comfort of God’s abiding presence.
…Judy Alder, Jan Gabecai, all who have died in the faith of Christ, and those whose faith is known to God alone. We give thanks for their lives and the love they shared with us. Wrap your gentle comfort around all who are grieving the loss of a loved one and bring us all at last into the fullness of your eternal kingdom.
Amen.
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