God of peace and justice,we pray for the people of Ukraine today.We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons.We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow,that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them.We pray for those with power over war or peace,for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions.Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear,that you would hold and protect them.We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace.Amen Archbishop Justin WelbyArchbishop Stephen Cottrell
Resources include a Novena booklet (9 days of reflections on the book of 1 Peter), a Prayer Journal with short Bible verses, reflections, responses and prayers to help you focus your personal prayers during Thy Kingdom Come (both are written by Archbishop Justin Welby), and an exciting Jubilee-themed Cheeky Pandas adventure to help younger readers grow in faith. Please take whichever items you wish to use. You can also download the same resources from the Thy Kingdom Come website.
Christian Aid Week 15th - 21st May 2022 In Zimbabwe, the climate crisis is causing aching hunger for families. The combined effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, conflict, and drought have robbed people of the power to provide for their children. And 7,000 miles away, the war in Ukraine will drive up food prices in Zimbabwe, and around the globe. Without the fertiliser and food - like wheat and cooking oil - that Ukraine and Russia produce, vulnerable families will be pushed even deeper into hunger. But hope does not disappoint. Hope lives in you. With every gift, every action, every prayer, we celebrate and share hope with our sisters and brothers facing crisis around the world, from Ukraine to Zimbabwe. You can donate online, and read more about “Jessica’s Story” and the crisis in Zimbabwe.
