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
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayer - Service
by SPCK - Ian Black
Prayers - Service Three prayers entitled "Drawn to loving service", "Servant Church" and "Christian service". Loving God, as a mother embraces her children, you draw us into the fold of your love... Taken from Prayers for All Occasions by Ian Black
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Devotional Prayers (2)
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Devotional Prayers (2)
by SPCK - Ian Black
A collection of devotional prayers including Spiritual Struggle, Expectations, This Day, Letting Go, Slowness to Believe, Doubt and Faith. God of hope, you hold us all our days. Give us courage to let go of all that would hold us back and weigh us down on our journey... Give me g
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Food and Drink Prayers
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Food and Drink Prayers
by SPCK - Ian Black
Three devotional prayers covering Chocolate, Wine and Beer. Lord God, you delight us with taste and smell and set us on the earth with a rich bounty of plants and fruits. We give you thanks for chocolate... Lord, you gave wine as a symbol of rejoicing in your Kingdom, of overflow
Prayers for All Occasions Book - Prayer - Open a Space, O God