In the power of the Spirit and in union with Christ, let us pray to the Father.

We give thanks dear Lord for your saving goodness for us and for all people. We thank you that you are with each one of us as we walk life’s highway. That whether we feel spiritually elated or face distress and tiredness, that you are our constant friend and companion. Help us to trust in you at all times, through life’s highs and lows, that we might come at last to behold the revelation of your majesty.

Almighty Father lover of humankind and giver of all that is good, we pray for your church today, gathering worldwide in churches, chapels and cathedrals, to praise and worship you and to hear your Holy Word. Give us a sense of expectation as we come … and inspiration as we go.  We pray your blessing on all those called to lead, preach and teach.  We pray especially for our own clergy here at St Gregory’s, the Rev. Gaenor and Rev. Angus and Judith, our Licensed Lay Reader, as they seek to serve you and do your will and guide us through our spiritual and worldly journey.  Strengthen them by the power of your Holy Spirit as they offer themselves to preach Your Word, minister Your sacraments and shepherd Your flock.

Lord, in Your Mercy …………………………Hear our prayer!

God of peace and justice, we pray for King Charles and Princess Kate as they fight their medical diagnoses.  Guide and defend King Charles as our Head of State and Head of The Church and may his presence have a wise and beneficial influence on our lives.  We pray for the leaders of all nations, that You will guide them in the ways of freedom, justice and truth.  We think of all the areas of Your Creation where there is conflict and war, especially at this time, for the people of The Ukraine, Russia and The Holy Land.  We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons.  We ask, Lord, by the power of Your Holy Spirit, to move on those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide all their decisions. Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear, that you would hold and protect them.  God of mercy, we ask your blessing upon the poor, hungry and homeless of The World and all migrant and displaced peoples.  Help Nations to meet the needs of these people and give them a hope for their future.

Lord in Your mercy … hear our prayer!

Loving God, on this Sunday designated as Safeguarding Sunday, we pray that +watchful yet caring, trusting yet ready to question, that all who worship here may do so in safety and in the knowledge of your love. We pray for our Safeguarding Officer, Miriam. Thank you for her willingness and time that she gives to fulfil this important role. Bless her with Your wisdom, discernment and strength.

We lift to you those who are vulnerable and in need of protection give them Your safety, comfort and peace.
We cry to You for those who are hurting and whose trust has been broken.  Give them Your healing, restoration and justice.
We bring before you those who seek to forgive others who have hurt them. 

Give them Your strength, courage and hope. For those who have caused Your children to stumble, lead them to seek Your forgiveness and to enter into true repentance.

Lord in Your mercy … hear our prayer!

Lord, today we pray for those who are sick and suffering.  May they be able to find healing in your name.  May they find strength each day to battle their physical and emotional challenges.  May they find joy despite their pain.  Provide strength, as well, for their family and loved ones.  Please allow them to experience more of Your love each day.

Lord, as in you we are born anew, we remember before you the faithful departed.  We rejoice in the fellowship of all your Saints.  May we share with them and all our loved ones, here and departed, the joy and fullness of Life Eternal.

In a moment of quiet, let us bring to mind those who are particularly in our thoughts at this time.  Bring comfort and surround them with family and friends who can help share their pain in Jesus name we pray.

Lord in Your mercy … hear our prayer!

Lord, grant to each of us ….

a quiet heart, that we may hear You;
a generous heart, that we may receive You;
an obedient heart, that we may serve You;
a pure heart that we may see You;
a loving heart, that we may abide in You, this day and forever.

Rejoicing in the fellowship of St Gregory and all your saints, we commend ourselves and the whole of creation to your unfailing love.

Merciful Father, accept our prayers for the sake of your son, our Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen