You are asked to please remember the following in your prayers ;
Prayer Calendar for February
1st February
Today we think about the work of Leprosy Mission and give thanks for all the dedicated people who work to improve lives and outcomes for those affected by this devastating disease. We think of all those suffering from and impacted by leprosy and pray that our giving will allow many more to be helped and healed.
8th February
With the start of the Winter Olympics, we give thanks for the beauty of winter and the opportunity to witness these athletic feats. May they be played with courage, respect for others, never rejoicing in another's adversity. May the games inspire us to world peace and harmony, reminding us of our shared humanity.
15th February
With Shrove Tuesday on its way we thank you for the food we eat, the work of those who grow and provide it and our access to facilities to store and cook it. When times are hard, may we show kindness and compassion to those in need. We give thanks for the work of FIND and all those who provide food and shelter.
22nd February
In this first week of Lent, help us reflect on how we are marking this season. Whether we are giving something up, starting to do something new or simply taking time to focus on your journey and sacrifice, be with us and help us come to a better understanding of you, our God.
Prayer Calendar for March
1st March: It is the beginning of Spring. As we see green shoots emerging, flowers blooming and tree buds swelling, we thank God for the beauty around us. Let us also give thanks for those exploring faith and pray they may find friendship, fellowship and nurture within your church.
8th March: We come together on the 14th for the Big Brew coffee morning in support of Transfer Trade when we will again sell Fairly Traded products. Remember in prayer all the organisations which employ people and pay fairly for the items they produce, enabling them to have a better standard of living.
15th March: Let us remember in our prayers those in areas of flooding. Winter sown crops have been lost, pasture has been damaged which will result in poor grass for cattle. Our farmers work so hard to be good stewards of their land. Climate change affects not only our farmers but those in other countries who have to cope with drought and we remember them all in prayer.
22nd March: We pray for all the young people at Christ Church and their parents and guardians. We give thanks for Junior Church, Tots, Scouting and Guiding. We pray for all those who give of their time and talents each week to help children grow and develop confidence.
29th March (Holy Week)
We remember the journey of Jesus and his disciples to Jerusalem. As we journey with other Christians on Good Friday for the walk of witness, we pray that people will be reminded of the sacrifice that Jesus made for us.