Please pray for al those known to you who are suffering in any way at this time, whether physically, mentally or spiritually. Pray for those in our church family who are in poor health at this time, especially for Mildred A, Heather B, Leysa K and all others known to you. Please pray for those in your own circles of friends and family who may also be experiencing difficult situations , that each person may be aware of God’s presence surrounding them with his love and strengthening them in their need.
Please pray for those who have family members or loved ones who are approaching the end of their earthy life. Pray that the ending may be peaceful for their loved ones and pray for their own strength at this time.
Please continue to pray for all who have been recently bereaved that they may find comfort and strength from God in the weeks ahead.
Pray for the church here at LMC and for all the churches throughout the circuit. Pray for the ministers and local preachers and for the Leadership teams and the stewards and circuit stewards. Please pray for all the services and events which will take place throughout Holy Week as we prepare for Easter Sunday celebrations. Please pray for those who have prepared and will lead the acts of worship and for all who will attend.
Please pray giving thanks for all those who where involved in any way in the production of MadMob’s show “Gideon”. Pray for the leaders and volunteers who give their time and talents in this way and pray for all the children and young people who take part.
Please pray for our Methodist Infant and Junior Schools, for all those who work there in any capacity and for all the children who attend. Pray that the links between our church and the school will continue to be strengthened and that the families of the children may feel welcomed as part of our church family. Please pray too for all our local schools and for the High schools and Runshaw College and for all who are employed there.
Please continue to pray for peace for all the troubled areas of our world. Pray for Ukraine and Russia, for Israel and Palestine , for Haiti and all places affected by warfare and injustice. Pray for all those who suffer and live in fear daily, especially the most vulnerable – the sick, elderly and young children.
Pray for the leaders and governments of all nations, for them to use their authority and influence wisely and with integrity and to seek peace and justice above all.