“The Goodness of God is the highest prayer, and it cometh down to the lowest part of our need.” (Julian of Norwich)

O Lord my God, when I in awesome wonder
consider all the works thy hand hath made,
I see the stars, I hear the mighty thunder,
Thy power throughout the universe displayed:
and when I think that God, his Son not sparing,
sent him to die, I scarce can take it in,
that on the cross, my burden gladly bearing,
he bled and died to take away my sin:
Then sings my soul, my Saviour God to thee,
How great thou art!
(Stuart K. Hine)

Loving God, hear us as we pray for your Church. Strengthen all those who have positions of leadership in it that they may be given your wisdom and vision for the way ahead, in this rapidly changing world. And for the rest of us, may we say with Mary, “Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your Word”.

Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Inspire and lead all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world. We pray especially for the leaders in the USA, in Russia, in Ukraine and in Iran. May they all be led to follow your way of peace, Lord, rather than the way of conflict and suffering.

Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Have compassion on all who suffer from any sickness in body, mind or spirit. May they experience your loving healing touch. In a moment of silence, let us all pray for those known to us personally.

Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

We praise you for all your saints who have entered your eternal glory. Please comfort all those who are suffering the loss of loved ones, at this time.

Merciful Father, accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ.

Amen