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: Hampton Street & Cornwall Close
- The parish of Long Newnton
- Pray for the archivists and all who help to maintain our registers – an often hidden but important responsibility
- Local issues: as All Souls Day is observed at a special service in St Marys at 6.00pm on Sunday 2nd November, give thanks for all those whose memories are dear to us, especially those who encouraged us by their faith and Christian example. Also, pray that the Holiday at Home tea party on Friday 7th November at Christ Church will be a special time of fun and fellowship, especially those who often feel isolated and alone
- We pray for St Mary’s School and particularly Miss Janes and Mrs Amor and the pupils of Beech 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.
- National issues: As November 5th approaches, pray for the responsible use and handling of fireworks
- World issues: pray that countries recently affected by adverse weather conditions may receive help, especially Pakistan, affected by heavy flooding in September.
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Colossian 4:2
Are you, or someone you know, Tetbury, 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