Prayer for the Day
A prayer in times of uncertainty and change
God of the earth, the sea and the sky, As we look around us we see change and uncertainty:
The effects of the changing seasons on the work of our farmers, and the security of homes and businesses. The power of the sea on our coastline and the catch of fishing boats. The flightpaths of military aircraft pointing towards global political uncertainty. In our churches and communities too, there is change and uncertainly.
May we know your steadfast love, and that in all times and all places you are there. In the name of Christ, Amen.
Alternative Prayer for the Day
A prayer for Christlike humility
Grant us, O Lord, your rock for our shelter, your wounds for our sanctuary, your pathway for our safety, your lowliness for our soul and your cleansing for our heart. Amen.
A Prayer for an End to Violence Against Women and Girls
Merciful God,
We lift before You all women and girls who suffer from violence,
those whose bodies and spirits have been wounded,
and those who live in fear, silence, or shame.
Surround them with Your healing love,
and give them courage to reclaim their lives.
We pray for justice and compassion - that hearts may turn from cruelty to kindness,
and that leaders, communities, and families will stand together to protect the vulnerable.
Teach us to speak out against abuse, to comfort those in pain, and to build a world where every woman and girl can live in safety, dignity, and peace.
Through Your grace, may love triumph over violence, and hope rise stronger than fear.
Amen.
A Prayer for an End to Violence Against Women and Girls
Saturday 21 April 2018
“And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit, who lives in you.” (v. 11)
Romans 8:1-11 (Life in the Spirit)