For continued growth of our Messy Church, and a strengthening of the links with our Primary Schools through Open the Book. Clergy: Emma Stanford, Tim Westwood; ALM: Bob HillDiocese of Bo (Sierra Leone, Africa): Bishop Emmanuel Tucker Continue Reading
March sees the start of Spring. Thank God for all the signs of new life during this time, for the flowers beginning to bloom, green grass, baby lambs and the many other changes that we see during this season.
Diocese of Birmingham: Bishop David Urquhart with Bishop Anne Hollinghurst (Aston)
Diocese of Blackburn: Bishop Julian Henderson, with Bishops Philip North (Burnley) & Geoffrey Pearson (Lancaster)
At the end of 2016, the Commission on Life and Formation (VCF) presented its report about the state of the Anglican Church of Peru (IAP). In early 2018, a formation group will look at ways of responding to that report in order to deepen the disciples… Continue Reading
Give thanks for the renewal of the musical life of Christ Church, Quarry Bank and pray that our music will inspire many in their walk with Jesus. For Musical Director: Richard Ganner. Clergy: David Hoskin, Simon Archer, Beryl Pritchett; Reader: Val Hou… Continue Reading
Pray for St Michael’s, Brierley Hill. For those who have come to Christ by joining in the Thursday worship before the ‘Keep Fit’ class and the new and flourishing groups doing crafts and tower bell ringing. Clergy: David Hoskin, Simon Archer, Beryl Pritchett; Reader: Val Houghton
Diocese of Bethlehem (USA): Bishop Sean Rowe
Pray for all those who share God’s love in other countries. Particularly for those who are working as Christians in difficult situations, for example where there is extreme poverty, war or where a Christian presence is not welcome.
Father, we praise you with all your creatures. They came forth from your all-powerful hand; they are yours, filled with your presence and your tender love. Praise be to you! Continue Reading
Pray for those who are unwell at this current time, whether in body, mind or spirit. May they know God’s healing touch. Pray also for all those who care for the sick and the dying.
Fairtrade Fortnight starts on 26 February. Pray for fairness and justice in our trading system globally, for fair prices for producers, and a wide perspective for consumers in the impact of their choices. Give thanks for the Fairtrade Movement, and loc… Continue Reading
Please pray for all those who give up their time to help others. Our churches couldn’t exist without volunteers, we thank God for each and every one of them.
