Why now?
Why now?
by Marjorie Dobson
Poem: Why now? Proper 17 Year A Romans 12: 9-21 Vengeance is a natural reaction and most children have the instinct from an early age. We have to be taught to share, to forgive, to live in peace with one another and to resist our automatic reaction to get our own back. So we pray…
Pride comes before …
Pride comes before …
by Marjorie Dobson
Prayer - Pride comes before … Proper 16 year A Psalm 138: 6 If I am powerful and proud of it: if I consider myself to be a superior being: if I know that there is none to equal me: if I can look down on everyone else and feel that it is my right to do so – what need do I have of …
For exiles
For exiles
by Marjorie Dobson
Prayer: For exiles Proper 16 year A Exodus 1: 1.8 – 2.10 (In Egypt, the Israelites were first welcomed and then despised. The world doesn’t seem to have changed much, even after all this time.). Compassionate God, we pray for those who are living in a foreign country, tolerated, …
Grant us wisdom
Grant us wisdom
by Marjorie Dobson
Responsive prayer: Grant us wisdom Proper 12 year A 1 Kings 3: 5-12 When dislike teeters on the brink of hatred: God grant us wisdom. When prejudice threatens to overwhelm balanced judgement: God grant us wisdom. When disinterest in the welfare of others begins to turn into apath…
Reflection on John 17: 1-11
Reflection on John 17: 1-11
by Marjorie Dobson
Reflection on John 17: 1-11 Ascension John 17: 1-11 Facing the biggest crisis of his life, with friends ready to betray him and enemies waiting to execute him, Jesus still took time to pray. Though he anticipated death, he believed that God’s glory would be shown as death was d…
Responsive prayer: God of all grace
Responsive prayer: God of all grace
by Marjorie Dobson
Responsive prayer: God of all grace Ascension 1 Peter 4: 12-14, 5: 6-11 God of all grace, you call us to be known as Christians, but warn us that it will not be an easy way to live, so … when injustice is strong, but unstoppable - God, hear our prayer. When we experience, or hear…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for Bereavement
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for Bereavement
by SPCK - Ian Black
Five prayers covering death and grief: Brother death Embracing the darkness of death Parents' loss of a child Funeral prayer Tragedy Lord Jesus, in your death you plunged the depths of loss and despairand embraced the darkness. As we die with you, so may we be brought to the tabl…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Graces (before food)
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Graces (before food)
by SPCK - Ian Black
Four prayers (graces) for Before a banquet, Before a Christmas dinner, Before a dinner and Before a meal Bountiful God, from your abundance we are able to participate in your goodness. Open our hearts to all in need. As we enjoy this banquet... Taken from Prayers for All Occasio…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers - Abuse and Child Protection
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers - Abuse and Child Protection
by SPCK - Ian Black
Prayers for Abuse and Child Protection Two prayers entitled "Child protection" and "Coping with Abuse" Enfold in your loving arms those injured, whose trust has been destroyed. Calm the fury of those incensed and outraged... Taken from Prayers for All Occasions by Ian Black
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for Agriculture and Fishing
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for Agriculture and Fishing
by SPCK - Ian Black
Two prayers - "Agriculture" and Sail the Seas" God our creator, redeemer and sustainer, you set us in a world abundant with produce and give us skill to till the soil and harvest crops to support our life... Taken from Prayers for All Occasions by Ian Black
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayer for Meeting or Small Group
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayer for Meeting or Small Group
by SPCK - Ian Black
Two prayers to be used before a meeting and before a gathering of a small group. Be among us, Lord Christ, as we meet in your name. Inspire all who speak to enlighten our understanding. Give patience to all who listen to discover fresh treasures... Taken from Prayers for All Occa…
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for before a Concert
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayers for before a Concert
by SPCK - Ian Black
Prayers Before a Concert Three prayers for use before a concert. Lord of all creating, we dedicate to your glory all our music making. As the notes soar so may our hearts rise to heaven and echo with your praise.... Taken from Prayers for All Occasions by Ian Black
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayer - Service