Bidding Prayers – 6th June

Lord God, as we come together to share the Eucharist, we celebrate Jesus’ total self-giving on our behalf. Filled with confidence in his love, we bring our prayers before you.

Let us pray for all  priests as they celebrate the Eucharist today: may they do so with reverence and love so that many people will find the encouragement and support that they need in their daily lives.

Lord in thy mercy

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Let us pray for governments across the world as they make decisions regarding the control of the coronavirus pandemic: may they act with wisdom and compassion.

Lord in thy mercy

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Let us pray for families as they plan their summer holidays: may their hopes and dreams for happiness together without the fear of covid come true.

Lord in thy mercy

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Let us pray for the people of India, Nepal, Brazil and other countries seriously affected by the pandemic and the shortage of the vaccines and equipment that they need: may they find help and support in their struggle to save lives.

Lord in thy mercy

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Let us pray for all those who are sick and those who take care of them; Judy Bolt, Sue and Dennis Evans, Michael Burt, Sarah Godwin, Amanda & Hugh, Sally Rivett, Jacky Williams, Lizzy Laverty,  Mark Knott ,Roy Keane, Julian Richardson, Edgar and Edwin (two brothers in Uganda) & Bill & Tracy Wood.

Lord in thy mercy

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Let us pray for everyone who will take part in the forthcoming G7 meeting: may their discussions bring the greatest good to the greatest number of people.Merciful Father accept these prayers, for the sake of our Saviour Jesus Chust. Amen.