Prayers and Resources
A resource for Private PrayerAs our churches begin to reopen, initially for private prayer only, you may like to use these prayers compiled bythe Rt. Revd. Dr. Christopher Herbert. Click here to download these prayers for printing. In your own time – you might like to: find a place for prayer, light a candle, play some reflective music. If you have a cross place it in your space, have your Bible to hand. The Lectionary for Trinity 18Readings: : Isaiah 45:1-7, Psalm 96:1-9, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, Matthew 22:15-22. You might like to use these over this coming week, use your regular Bible notes or choose a favourite reading. First: Take time to settle into God’s loving presence. Perhaps using these words:Come life giving God, may I rest in your presence, be strengthened by your love, and be guided by your goodness. Read your chosen Bible passage The Collect: Faithful Lord, whose steadfast love never ceases and whose mercies never come to an end: grant us the grace to trust you and to receive the gifts of your love, new every morning in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Prayer for this time: Caring God, we pray for all who are fearful and anxious at this time. For all who are worried about increased isolation during these coming months, for all anxious about loved ones during this pandemic. In difficult times help us to remember that Christ walks alongside us – holding us and loving us. Amen. Intercessions: Remember those on your heart and please - do pray for yourself and your own needs.
Feel free to include times of quiet - simply waiting upon God. Conclude your prayers with the Lord’s Prayer and/or the grace. OTHER RESOURCES FOR PRAYER, SERVICES & REFLECTION ST PAULS Links to other sources for prayers Church Services are available on
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