INTERCESSIONS
26th August 2001
Following the example of Jesus, let us bring our prayers before God our heavenly father.
Father God,
we thank you for those whose influence has led us to come to worship in this
place this morning. We remember family members, Sunday School teachers,
church leaders, friends and colleagues who have encouraged us to follow in
the Christian way. We give thanks for the fellowship which we find in this
church which supports us as we seek to put our faith into practice in our
daily lives. Strengthen us, Lord, in your service, so that we, in our turn,
may be an encouragement to others.
Lord, have mercy, Christ, have mercy, Lord, have mercy.
Heavenly Father,
we pray for your church at St. Mark's and at Putnoe Heights. Keep always
before us the vision of church communities where people of different church
backgrounds will work and worship together harmoniously and where those who
seek to know more about the Christian faith will find a welcome. Give us a
clear understanding of the work you have set before us and a fresh
commitment to your service in the coming year. Give wisdom to our ministers
and the Leadership teams at this time, and may our witness in Brickhill and
in Putnoe continue to grow.
Lord, have mercy, Christ, have mercy, Lord, have mercy.
Father God,
many members of this church have had the opportunity to go away on holiday
this summer and we pray that this has proved to be a time of recreation. We
remember before you all those whose lives are much more difficult than ours,
especially fellow human beings who live in poverty and hunger and have no
escape from the daily grind. Relieve their distress and make plain the ways
in which we can help. We pray for those who come to this and other countries
as asylum seekers, that they may be dealt with sensitively and justly.
Lord, have mercy, Christ, have mercy, Lord, have mercy.
Heavenly Father,
we pray for those who are sick, especially those whose illness is long term
and demands much patience to bear. We remember before you those who are
lonely and depressed and pray that we may be good listeners when friends and
neighbours need us. Give us the right words and help us to know what simple
acts of kindness may help someone else. Comfort with your presence those who
suffer in body, mind or spirit and give them courage and hope in their
troubles.
Lord, have mercy, Christ, have mercy, Lord, have mercy.
Father God,
we remember before you those who have died and those whose anniversaries
fall at this time. Give strength to those who are left to grieve and help us
to share each other's sorrow.
Jesus Christ is the light of the world, a light which no darkness can
quench.
We remember before God those who have died, and light a candle to symbolise
the light of Christ which eternally shines and brings hope.
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You turn our darkness into light, |
Lastly Father God,
we pray for ourselves at the start of this new week.
May we walk closely with you, aware that you are with us.
Merciful Father:
accept these prayers for the sake of your Son,
our Saviour, Jesus Christ.