Bidding Prayers – 8th February

For the Church and World Leaders

• Leader: We pray for the Church, that it may be a beacon of hope and a source of healing in a fractured world. May leaders work together to foster peace and justice, especially in Ukraine, Gaza, Sudan, and Yemen.

• Response: Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer

For the Environment and Creation

• Leader: We pray for our Earth, that we may protect its beauty and resources. Help us to live sustainably, acting justly for the sake of the vulnerable and protecting all creatures.

• Response: Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer

For the Vulnerable and Lonely

• Leader: We pray for those facing difficult, lonely, or desperate conditions—the homeless, the sick, and the elderly. May they feel the comfort of God’s presence and receive the support they need.

• Response: Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer

For Our Community and Personal Intentions

• Leader: We pray for our local community, our families, and our workplaces. As we begin a new week, grant us wisdom to make good decisions, strength to face challenges, and the ability to choose love over fear.

• Response: Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer

For the Departed

• Leader: We remember those who have died recently and those whose anniversaries occur at this time. May they find eternal rest in the arms of the Father.

• Response: Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. ​​