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: Lee Walk, Breuse Court, Fitzherbert Close & Box Close
- The parish of St Marys’
- As the Christmas period approaches, pray for the leaders and hosts of the Advent home groups and give thanks for their willingness to take responsibility or open their homes
- We pray for St Mary’s School and particularly Mrs Dolbear, Mrs MacIndoe and Mrs Lee and the pupils of Elm class
- The Departed and those who mourn their loss particularly Michael Gould and Margaret Evans . We give thanks for their lives and pray for God’s comfort for their family and friends
- Local issues: As the town begins to prepare for all the Christmas community events, give thanks and pray for all those involved in the organisation, that all will go smoothly and safely
- National issues: pray that the Autumn Budget on 26th November will be prudent and fair, especially to those facing any kind of hardship
- World issues: pray about the effects of melting icecaps on wildlife such as polar bears and penguins, as their traditional habitats are changing and threatened
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Colossians 4:2
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