Please pray for the family and friends of Cliff W whose funeral will be taking place this week. Pray for comfort for all those who are suffering bereavements at this time that they will feel God’s presence with them strengthening and caring for them.

Please pray for all those who are experiencing difficult situations and problems, whether physically, mentally or spiritually. Pray for healing for those who are in hospital or recovering at home from operations or other treatments. Pray for those awaiting treatment or diagnoses, or the results of tests.

Pray that those who suffer from mental conditions, anxiety or depression will receive the proper support and treatment they require.

Please also pray for all those who care for others, whether in a professional capacity or as a family member acting as a carer. Pray also for those who act as good neighbours to others in need and pray that we may be willing to do the same if needed.

Please pray for all the Lent events that will be taking place in churches throughout our circuit. Pray for the ministers and local preachers and all who will be involved in preparing and leading these events, that God will inspire and bless them in their preparations. Pray that each person who attends will find their faith deepened as Easter approaches.

Pray for the Lent Water Aid appeal that is taking place throughout this period. Pray that many will feel able to support this valuable charity in its work throughout the world providing the clean water and facilities that we are fortunate to have and may take for granted.

Please pray for our local community here in Leyland and surrounding areas and for opportunities for outreach for the local churches. Pray for the connection between our church and the local schools may continue and that more families will be encouraged to attend the events offered.

Please pray for our government and all those in positions of leadership and influence. Pray that they will use their authority wisely and with integrity. Pray for leaders throughout the world that they will seek peace where there is conflict at present. Pray for all those affected by warfare and violence, those who have lost loved ones, those many injured or made homeless and those living in fear of what the future may hold.

Please continue to pray for our planet and for all those working to protect the environment. Pray that we may each make an effort to do something, even on a small scale, to help make a difference.

Please pray for all our fellow Christians throughout the world, remembering especially those who are unable to meet openly for worship and who still face persecution for their faith and beliefs. Pray that God will strengthen and sustain them throughout their lives and that one day they will be able to worship freely.