This week’s Discovery prayer…
“Father God, we remember before you the National Health Service, our hospitals and local surgeries, and all who use their gifts to help us enjoy healthier lives.
We remember, too, our local schools and students and all who teach and care for them.
Open our eyes to ways in which we can support and encourage them in all they do”
This week’s Discovery prayer…
“Loving God, we pray for all those who make up the community which is Liberton; for our friends and neighbours; for families and those on their own; for the many who see our Halls as their community centre. May they always find our doors open in welcome, and our hands ready to help them when in need. We pray, too, for our gardens and parks as summer approaches, that they be places of safety, friendship and fun.”
This week’s Discovery prayer…
“Generous God, we praise you for the beauty of creation. We thank you for the many gifts you give us through which we can express our wonder, and for the ability to be moved and challenged through the arts. We pray for artists and musicians; for writers and poets; for play wrights and film makers; for theatre and television; that all that is produced might be pleasing in your sight, drawing us to a greater awareness and understanding of your love.”
“Holy God, we thank you that you are the God of justice and truth. We pray for your guidance and encouragement for all who are called to ensure that we live in a fair and just society. Bless all those who uphold the law, and guide and protect our local police as they. May they know your presence as they play their part in making our community a safe and peaceful place to live.”
This week’s Discovery prayer…
“Sovereign God, we pray for our MPs, MSPs, Local Councillors, and all those involved in government. May their decision making be open to your guidance and in keeping with your principles. May they be faithful to all members of the communities they serve.”
This week’s Discovery prayer…
“Loving God, we thank you that you are the God of work, who is at work in the world.
We pray for all those in our community who will be at work in the week to come, asking that you encourage and protect them in all they do.
We pray to for those who are looking for work, that you would open the right doors for them; and for those who are resting from work, that they would know your refreshment and strength.”