Intercessions
26th January 2025
As this Christmas season comes to an end let us become focused, not our wants or complaints but on God. Let us now turn to God in prayer as he alone is our rock & salvation.
We pray for the church
Dear God we pray that your Church, through all denominations throughout the world, may be a vibrant sign of listening and loving, through the human face of ordinary people lit with the brightness of God. .We ask your blessing & encouragement on this our Church of CTK here in Portugal and all who worship, lead and contribute to building your kingdom here.
In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer we ask your blessings on the Episcopal / Anglican Province of Alexandria.
Lord in Your mercy
Hear our prayer
We pray for the world
Dear God, we pray that the world’s attention may be refocused on Peace,
on what is of lasting value, that in humility, all in authority may seek out and listen to the real needs, honour & act on them. We pray this for all countries represented in this place today and those we bring to you now in a moment of silence.
Lord in Your mercy
Hear our prayer
We pray for our homes and community.
Dear God we pray that in our homes and the Communities we live in that there may an awareness of the signs of your hands around them. Every day in the ordinary things that occur, sunrise, daylight, fresh air, flowers, trees, taste, smell, sight , hearing, just being alive. Daily miracles that will bring them to welcome Jesus as Lord.
Lord in Your mercy
Hear our prayer
We pray for the sick
Dear God we pray for those who are sick in body, mind and spirit. We ask that all who are searching for answers may find comfort & strength in you. Help them to know you are always with them in their time of trouble & pain, knowing your peace. We ask you to bless all those who have asked for our prayers here in this church and those only known to us as individuals.
Lord in Your mercy
Hear our prayer
We pray for the dying
Dear God we pray that those leaving this earthly life may turn to you and be safely led through the last journey to the peace and joy of eternal life. We pray for those who mourn their loved ones and feel alone, wrap your loving arms around them to comfort & sustain them.
Lord in Your mercy
Hear our prayer
We pray that we may become increasingly aware of God’s amazing love for us, until are hearts are overflowing with thankfulness and praise.
Merciful Father,
accept these prayers
for the sake of your Son,
our Saviour Jesus Christ.
Amen.