Prayer Resources

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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 13th October
On this day in 1269 the current building at Westminster Abbey was consecrated.
Today, let us give thanks for places and communities that have kept the faith alive, that have nurtured creativity and spirituality, and have been places of sanctuary for those in need.
Whilst not all of our buildings have the grandeur of Westminster Abbey, we give thanks for property stewards and property secretaries everywhere – if you know one, perhaps send them a message of thanks this week.

Tuesday 14th October
Picture a butterfly – perhaps you’re lucky enough to be able to see one. Butterflies begin life as caterpillars, then undergo a change and emerge more beautiful than ever. How is the Spirit breathing new life into you today?

Wednesday 15th October
Holy God, I give thanks for this day, knowing that just my prayer of thanks will help me to notice more of the goodness of your glory here amongst me, here on earth.
Help me to notice your Spirit at work all around us, this and every day. Amen

Thursday 16th October
Today is World Food Day – a day for celebrating all who work on providing food security and tackling hunger around the world. It was begun in 1945, to mark the creation of the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation.
Today, you might like to pray for those affected by food poverty, those in our communities who are choosing between heating and eating, and those with a challenging relationship with food.

Friday 17th October
Take a moment to slowly rub your palms together. Allow the gentle pressure, contact and motion to ground you in this moment and calm you.

Saturday 18th October
As you get ready to pray, picture yourself weighed down with suitcases and bags. Imagine the feeling of laying them down and enjoy the feeling of lightness as you massage your aching limbs and stretch out your back. You know you’re not leaving the luggage behind, never to see it again, but next time you pick it up, you won’t have to carry it alone.

Monday 20th October
Lie on the floor or on your bed. Place your hands down by your sides and simply rest there for a while. Breathe in deeply, allowing the air to fill up your belly, then breathe out slowly. Do this a few times, reflecting on all the chaos and busy-ness you are putting to one side.

Tuesday 21st October
On this day in 1805, Vice-Admiral Nelson (you know, the one with the column!) won the battle of Trafalgar, defeating French and Spanish fleets. This was a famous and crucial victory for the British Empire.
Today, looking back, we have a more complicated relationship with a history of empire and colonialism, and particularly the church’s part in acquiring or supporting structures of power and violence.
Maybe today, your prayers could be for peace – peace between, and within, nations. May we let go of empire and build community instead.

Wednesday 22nd October
Holy and gracious God,
Show me how to be a force for good in my community this day. May I see the signs that are invitations from you to get involved in sharing your story of love, today and every day. Amen

Thursday 23rd October
Speak your own name into the silence. Remember you are loved and that God calls you by name.

Friday 24th October
Take a piece of paper and a pencil. On the paper, draw as many circles as you can, of different sizes. Fill the page with them if you can. Feel free to add colour if you wish. As you draw, reflect on how a circle has no beginning and no end; it is complete, whole and eternal. God’s kingdom is like this, with each of us made whole and beautiful, unified in God’s eyes. May God encircle you in love today and empower you to do the same for those you meet.

Saturday 25th October
Go outdoors and find something natural: a stone, leaf, flower, or something else.
Consider the ways God has made this thing and then reflect on how you too are wonderfully made by God. What does this mean to you?