Before you pray, give thanks that ‘You, O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call upon you. Give ear, O Lord, to my prayer. (Ps.86 V.5)
- Tetbury Praying the Town: Jasmine Gardens and Holly Close
- The parish of Long Newnton
- Give thanks for our team of coffee and tea makers following services – may they feel valued by the congregation
- Local issues: Pray for the Christmas fair, to be held at St Marys on Saturday 21st November, that it will be an enjoyable occasion for visitors and helpers – give thanks for all those involved in providing refreshments and running stalls. May it help to boost church funds.
- Pray for St Mary’s School, particularly Mrs Jones, Mrs MacIndoe, Mrs Lockyear & Mrs Royle and the pupils of Willow class.
- The Departed and those who mourn their loss. We give thanks for their lives and pray for God’s comfort for their family and friends
- Year’s Mind – Christian Loveridge (18.11) – “Year’s Mind” is to mark the first anniversary of a death – often a difficult time for family and friends.
- National issues: Pray that the Government’s pledge to end homelessness will be implemented and that those in need will be provided with suitable accommodation.
- World issues: pray that there may be positive outcomes to the recent unrest in France and Italy, that genuine concerns about such issues as the poor state of school buildings, shortage of teachers and the rising living costs can be addressed and improved.
- Pray that relief supplies may be able to enter Gaza, to alleviate the plight of the many refugees in desperate need throughout the country.
Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; maintain the rights of the poor and oppressed. Rescue the weak and needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked. Ps.82 Vs.1-4
Are you, or someone you know, in need of prayer? You are welcome to hang your prayer request on the prayer tree in the prayer corner at the front of St Marys church