Prayer Diary for October

"Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously." 2 Corinthians 9 v 6 

St Mary’s

Pray for the work of Farm Africa and Stone Pillow, the charities we are supporting this month.
Give thanks for the gift of music and pray for all who lead our worship.

Our Community

We pray for God’s blessing on those who live in Dowling Way, Montague Place and Rosemary Lane. May they feel welcome and part of the village community.
Pray for all who work and volunteer for locally based charities including Snowdrop Trust and Just Different, and for those who benefit from their services.

Our Nation

Pray for the outcomes of this month’s budget for all who will face additional financial pressures.
Pray for individuals experiencing mental health issues, that they would be able to access support services locally.
Pray for young people preparing to return to college or university; for those leaving home for the first time; for those taking a gap year and serving with projects in the UK and overseas

 The World

Pray for the people of the US as they prepare to elect their next President in early November; may the election campaign be run with integrity, honesty and transparency.
Pray for the people of Haiti under a state of emergency for an end to violence and for stable government.
Pray for leaders heading up ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Gaza that there may be a breakthrough.

The Church

At this harvest season thank God for his creation; for all His gifts to us.
Pray for those who regularly go hungry; for relief organisations working to provide food, water and aid to those in need. Pray that vital resources would reach their destination and not be held up by political barriers.
Pray for Christian ministries engaging with those who are in prison and with their families.