March & April 2025
How many are your works, Lord! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures. There is the sea, vast and spacious, teeming with creatures beyond number— living things both large and small.
Psalm 104.24-25
Lord, forgive us that in so many ways we have spoiled this beautiful planet and, by lack of thought, have marred our relationship with others. We give thanks for the unique personality, talents and gifts of every person we meet. You accept us just as we are when we come to you. We humbly thank you for your initiative in sending Jesus to bring us back to yourself. You are the God of reconciliation.
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We thank you, Lord, for all initiatives being taken to restore and care for our world. We pray for success as we continue to reduce, restore and recycle.
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We give thanks for Marine Protected Areas improving ecosystems and restoring fish stocks; the recognition of the value of peat bogs in carbon capture is now recognised; allowing rivers to bend and flood where possible is beneficial; more trees are being planted; there is increased awareness of pollution in our rivers and efforts are being made to reduce harmful emissions. Dear God, we give thanks that there is hope and a future for our planet.
It seems we are now at a critical situation re global warming but as Christian people we take heart from the promises of Scripture.
“See, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind.” Isaiah 65.17
Easter Day is Sunday 20th April – We ask for God’s blessing on all the preparations for the services and outreach to the community, remembering especially the JAM Holiday Club and the outreach in the Wellmeadow.
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Let us thank our Heavenly Father for all His many blessings. Pray He will guide us as we seek a new minister. Pray that God will continue to bless and uphold our Interim Moderator.
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Remember Christians living in parts of the world where there is conflict, war and persecution. Give strength and courage. Enable them to give help and support to needy people as far as in them lies.
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In the last days…nations will beat their swords into ploughshares and their spears into pruning hooks. Nation will not take up sword against nation, nor will they train for war any more.
Micah 4.3
Prayer @ Ten takes place
each Sunday in the Meeting Room.
All welcome.