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Prayer Calendar for November
2nd November
We hold the newly appointed Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, in our prayers as she prepares to take up her new role and lead the world-wide Church of England. May she have the wisdom, strength, insight and courage to face the challenges presented by the differing, but sincerely held, views within the church.
9th November
As we remember the sacrifice of those lost in war, may we recommit ourselves to the path of peace. We pray for all those bereaved and suffering now as a result of war. May our world leaders never forget the horrors that war inflicts, govern for the good of their people and find peaceful ways to solve their differences.
16th November
We pray for the people of Gaza and for the reconstruction of their ravaged land. May decisions be wise and resources available for the rebuilding of lives as well as the physical infrastructure. We pray particularly for the children, for those orphaned, bereaved or injured, and that it may be possible for there to be some healing from their psychological trauma.
23rd November
With the 25th November designated by the United Nations General Assembly as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, we pray for an end to gender-based violence and discrimination. Bring help and healing to all survivors of abuse. May girls throughout the world be able grow up in safety, receive education and live life to the full.
30th November
As we begin the season of Advent and begin to make our preparations for Christmas, may we not be swayed by all the invitations for over-consumption around us. Help us always to tread lightly on the Earth and to prepare to celebrate in ways that are not harmful to creation.
.Prayer Calendar for December
7th December
Second Sunday in Advent: Peace. We pray for peace in the world; an absence of war, but a presence of justice too. May we do all we can in our sphere of influence to promote peace. We pray for Amnesty International, that their efforts will be successful in giving hope to political detainees, and that their pressure on those in power will bear fruit.
14th December
Third Sunday in Advent: Joy. We celebrate our Youth Parade and Gift Service and pray that the joy of our worship, and enjoyment of community, will spill over into the rest of our lives and into the lives of all those who attend our service, in person or remotely. Make us generous in our giving to FIND, Home-Start, Headway and Christian Aid this season.
21st December
Fourth Sunday in Advent: Love. As we reflect on the miracle of God’s intervention in our human world, help us to mirror and shine that same idea of love and compassion. May our thoughts, communications and actions all convey that God loves every one of us, equally and eternally.
25th December
Christmas Day. May we make space for you, Lord, in our family joy, or family labour; so that we have our priorities fixed on you and your Way.
28th December
Lord, there is so much more to our faith than a baby born over 2,000 years ago. We pray that our enthusiasm and joy felt over the Christmas period will not dim, and, even though it is winter and dark, may we feel your light.
.Prayer Calendar for January 2026
4th January
We pray for PEACE at start of this New Year. Pray for all those people caught up in conflicts, made homeless, are starving, in despair and dying. These wars are not of their making in Ukraine, Gaza, Sudan and so many other places of unrest in the world.
11th January
We say a thankful prayer for all the people we have met through Thursday Forum. People from Christ Church we have not had a chance to talk on a Sunday, people from other Churches, from Religious and non-Religious groups and others who come for talks and to hear the speakers who willing give their time.
18th January
"In quietness and confidence shall be your strength" Isaiah. We pray dear Father God that we are able to be so this week in all that we do and say. Amen
25th January
World Leprosy Day is on 25th January. There is still so much about this disease that is unknown. Please keep those affected by Leprosy in your prayers this week and also those who are working amongst them. Amen