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SEPTEMBER PRAYER PAGE “Lead us not into temptation”
In the Lord’s Prayer Jesus immediately follows the lines about forgive-ness for sins past with a request for help to avoid falling again. This month be ever ready to pray these 5 words, trusting God to keep us safe from falling and ever leading us in his ways of love and truth.
We pray God’s blessing on Caroline Poultney as she begins her training for ordination this month. And may we do our part as her home church in supporting her and Keith throughout this demanding year.
As we enter into autumn and the beginning of the Season of Creation, we pray, Lord, that we may renew our relationship with you, our Creator. Your glory is around and within us: open our eyes to your wonders and make us a thankful people, rejoicing in your marvellous provision of all we need.
We pray for our Harvest Services this month – at Venn Ottery on the 6th, at Café Church on the 20th (followed by our harvest lunch) and at our communion in Tipton on 27th – that we may truly give thanks to God for his great provision to us. We pray too that the gifts we bring may be a blessing to all who rely on the vital services of St Petrock’s, and to WaterAid and The Farming Community Network.
O Lord our Creator and Father of all, we pray for those who are sick, in body, mind or spirit. Bless them, and those who serve their needs, that they may put their whole trust in you. At this time we hold before you those we know and love who are in need of your healing touch.
Father God, after the devasting flash flood on the Nepal-Tibet border we cry to you for all affected. Comfort those whose loved ones have died or are missing, and help aid to come quickly for those now needing food and shelter.
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3rd September – St Gregory – Merciful Father, who chose your bishop Gregory to be a servant of the servants of God: grant that, like him, we may ever proclaim your gospel to the nations and rejoice to sing your praises.
4th September – Loving God, we pray your blessing on the children and staff at Tipton School as they return from their summer holiday today. We remember too those starting at secondary schools, and those beginning college and university courses this month, that they will feel safe in their new environment, eager to learn and confident in making new friends.
8th September – We pray God’s blessing on Lydia as she is installed as the Rector of St Luke’s and Christ Church, Chelsea.
10th September – Lord Jesus, on this World Suicide Prevention Day we pray that all who feel hopeless and worthless may find value and fulfilment in you. Grant us wisdom to spot those needing help before it’s too late.
12th September – On the evening of our bat talk and walk at Venn Ottery give thanks for the variety of flora and fauna in our churchyards.
12th September – Devon Historic Churches Fun Day Gracious God, we thank you for those down the centuries who built the houses of prayer and praise that grace our county. Bless today’s event and all taking part, including Malcolm cycling around our Mission Community, and give us the vision and resourcefulness to celebrate our heritage that your name may be glorified by future generations, for Jesus’ sake. Amen.
13th September – On this year’s Education Sunday we thank God for the gift of learning – through it may we learn to live well together to the glory of God and the furtherance of his kingdom.
14th–18th September is Professional Care Workers’ Week – we give thanks for the unsung heroes of our society – care workers who go above and beyond to provide compassionate and essential support to those in need.
21st September – On this year’s UN International Day of Peace we are invited to “invest in peace - for everyone, everywhere and every day”. We think especially of Ukraine, Iran and Gaza.
From 21st September – Fairtrade Fortnight – Tilt the scales, O God of the mustard seed: that the poor shall see justice. Share the feast, O God of Eden’s abundant garden: that each crop may fetch a fair price. Upset the tables, O God of the upside-down Kingdom: that the least can benefit from their trade. In His precious name we pray, Amen.
27th September – On Disability Awareness Sunday we remember that we are ‘One Body’ with ‘Many Parts’ - all are needed to make our churches whole. Pray that we might reach out to disabled members of our community, helping them to become fully involved in the life and work of the Body of Christ.
28th September – We hold before God the members of the PCC as they meet this evening – bless them as they serve your church here.
This month please pray for the residents of The Orchard, Mallocks Close, Barton Orchard and Barton Rise.