Last Updated: 8th February 2026

Here we suggest focus areas for prayer, but please continue to pray for the work of our churches and missionary partners around the world (details on our website).

Church family news:

- Please pray for all who are in pain, unwell or just a bit under the weather.

- Pray for Barbara, in hospital, undergoing tests after experiencing chest pain.

- Pray for all who grieve, especially the family and friends of Julie Williams and Jim King.

- Some people have been wondering about Ronnie’s funeral. His ashes have not yet been returned to Libury Hall, but when they are there will be a service of thanksgiving for Ronnie at All Saints.

Pray for our community

In our cycle of prayers, this weekend we ask you to include in your prayers:

- the Dane End community as it comes to terms with the tragic road traffic accident last weekend

- police officers, paramedics and others who attend such incidents and care for those affected

- all who have lost loved ones in tragic circumstances

Pray for our outreach, our service and our churches

This week we ask you to include in your prayers:

- our café team, as we offer friendship and support to the families who attend

- our children’s and youth work team as we teach these young people to trust Jesus

- our links with our church schools, giving thanks for the opportunities we have to show God’s love

- as ever right now, the person God is calling to come and serve him in this benefice and community

Pray for our mission partners

In our cycle of prayers for our mission partners, this week we ask you to pray for the work of the Ellis family. Andrew and Samara lead the River of Life church in Harare. More information about our partners can be found on our website.

We are delighted to pass on the joyful news of the birth of Joab to Ceanna and Taine last month. Andrew and Samara and all the Ellis Family give God thanks for the baby's safe arrival - the miracle of birth!

- please give thanks for the safe arrival of baby Joab

- pray for the continuing work of Andrew and Samara as they welcome this new grandchild

If you are aware of anyone who would like our prayers, or who would like the church family to share in some news, good or bad, please let Caroline know ([email protected]).