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A prayer for the start of the Connexional year

O Christ of the morning,
You who sang the stars into being,
Sing again into our hearts today.

As a new year unfolds,
we walk into the next verse of your story,
the next line of your song.

May the Spirit stir our memory,
reminding us who we are a
your people, your melody,
each life a note in your unfolding hymn.

Guide us in courage,
hold us in love,
send us with hope.

In the name of the One who goes before us,
beside us, and sings within us
Christ our companion,
Amen.

###Daily Prayer Resources

From the Methodist Prayer Handbook, a Prayer for Today

Quarterly Prayer Card

Developed by the Nurturing Faith Mission Group, the quarterly prayer card provides a focus for the quarter.

Weekly Prayer Resources

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Monday 8th September
God of all grace,
Show me how to play my part in bringing about a better, safer world,
And how to respond most appropriately to the climate crisis all around me. Bring me hope, healing and love, this day, I pray.
Amen

Tuesday 9th September
All around us are opportunities to notice God at work. Today, take a look out for little moments of encounter and spirituality. It might be a conversation, a flower, a change in the weather, or something else entirely.

Wednesday 10th September
Today, you may wish to offer prayers for all involved in bringing food to our tables.
From farmers to supermarket workers, people doing shifts in factories to lorry drivers – there is a whole industry around keeping us fed and hydrated.
Notice a part of this journey today, perhaps when you are out buying groceries, or reading the label on some food you eat, and pray into it.

Thursday 11th September
Today marks the anniversary of the terrible attacks on the Twin Towers in New York, an act of terrorism that caused a huge loss of life and continue to affect geopolitics today.
Today, let our prayers be for peace and healing around the world – for all in positions of power and influence to work towards harmony, not violence.
And for all still living with the impacts of that fateful day in New York, those who are still grieving and traumatised.

Friday 12th September
Today, find a moment simply to be still.
Sit, or lie down, and keep your hands empty, your eyes closed, try to clear your mind and simply be.
This is a form of prayer, and is also a healthy practice to build up in ourselves, stilling the 'monkey mind' of busy-ness for a few minutes. How long can you stay there today?

Saturday 13th September
As the weekend begins, may you use this time to take action for justice and peace, particularly looking out for opportunities to respond to the needs you have recognised in your own community.
God has called you to this time and this place – how will you respond?

Monday 15th September
In many island and coastal communities, there are strong traditions of drawing comparisons between the presence of the divine, and the vastness of the sea. If you've ever spent time on, or near, the ocean, it is easy to see why!
Spend some time today looking at the sea, or a picture of the sea, or find a video of waves rolling against the shoreline (or just use your imagination!) – what do you think these visuals can teach you about God?
Pray about your reflections.

Tuesday 16th September
Lord of all faithfulness,
Today I take a moment to look back at my story,
To notice your hand at work in my life at various points.
Carry me, this day, I pray.
Amen.

Wednesday 17th September
Use one of the monotonous tasks of today as a prayer – it might be that you are washing up, or ironing, or sweeping up leaves in the garden. Let your brain be still and listen for God's calm voice in the midst of the ongoing monotony of the task.

Thursday 18th September
Today, let our prayers be for all those working in tackling cancer in all its forms – supporting those affected by the disease, researching cures and treatments, and providing for families and carers.
Thank you, Lord, for their patience and service.

Friday 19th September
At the end of this week, I give you thanks, O God, for the little glimpses of glory across the last few days. Amongst all that has happened, I take a few moments to notice my own gratitude and to give you the praise and the glory.
Thank you, Lord.
Amen.

Saturday 20th September
Today, let your prayers be for all involved in providing humanitarian aid – particularly where they are putting their own lives at risk to help those in need after an emergency or war. Perhaps there are some particular organisations or people you know involved in this work, hold them in prayer today and consider contacting them to let them know you are in their thoughts and prayers.