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Prayer s of intercession
Adapted from Christian Aid Week order of service
Lord we hold before you all people forced to live in
inadequate housing, without reliable access to running
water, sanitation or electricity.
We pray for those who face unimaginable challenges
on top of their grief.
We pray for those who live with uncertainty and the
threat of hunger each day.
Fill us with compassion for all those in need of support.
Help us to hear clearly the voices of our neighbours
when they share their experiences.
Inspire us to action, as we respond to your command to
love one another.
Bless those who mourn and give them your comfort.
Lord, you are faithful and just.
In your mercy, hear our prayer.
Lord, hear us as we pray with thanksgiving for
changemakers.
Lord, you are faithful and just.
In your mercy, hear our prayer.
We ask that you sustain and guide urban farmers
as they grow food, protect their children from hunger,
and nurture hope.
Lord, hear us as we pray for those with power: for
governments, leaders, lawmakers, and those who speak
with loud voices on the public stage.
We thank you for all who are giving, acting and praying
this Christian Aid Week.
May those who have power and influence love mercy,
act justly and walk humbly.
May we see your image in these acts of generosity and
love, and may we find new ways to live out our faith
through service to others.
We pray for governments to take action to end
economic inequality.
Lord, you are faithful and just.
In your mercy, hear our prayer.
Instil in us the prophetic voice that speaks truth to
power.
Great is your faithfulness, Lord. You have promised
to hear us when we call upon you.
Lord, you are faithful and just.
In your mercy, hear our prayer.
Receive these prayers, in Jesus’ name.
Amen.
Lord, hear us as we pray for an end to conflict.
Strengthen those working for peace and justice across
the world.
We pray especially for: peace in the Middle East, an end
to the war in Ukraine those affected by conflict in Sudan
Show us how to seek peace and pursue it in our lives.
If you are able to make a donation to
Christian Aid please use the envelope provided
and leave it in the plate as you leave church,
or bring it with you next Sunday.
Lord, you are faithful and just.
In your mercy, hear our prayer.
Lord, hear us as we pray for all those known to us who
are sick or suffering.
10th – 16th May
We pray for all those who are grieving.
We pray for people living in poverty who have lost
loved ones.
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Collection envelopes will be available on
the 10th May for you to make a donation
(if you are able to) or you can donate online
https://give.christianaid.org.uk/
donate/A014664
Christian Aid is a key member of ACT Alliance. Eng and Wales charity no. 1105851 Scot charity no. SC039150 Company no. 5171525 Christian Aid Ireland: NI charity no. NIC101631
Company no. NI059154 and ROI charity no. 20014162 Company no. 426928. The Christian Aid name and logo are trademarks of Christian Aid. © Christian Aid January 2020
With your help, Christian Aid can work
towards a world where families can escape
the trap of poverty and fulfil their ambitions.
Christian Aid Week is a powerful
expression of what can happen when
compassion leads to action.
Christian Aid is a key member of ACT Alliance. Eng and Wales charity no. 1105851 Scot charity no. SC039150 Company no. 5171525 Christian Aid Ireland: NI charity no. NIC101631
Company no. NI059154 and ROI charity no. 20014162 Company no. 426928. The Christian Aid name and logo are trademarks of Christian Aid. © Christian Aid January 2020
