Tuesday Morning Prayer
We gather to meet with God
Father, Son and Holy Spirit
To give God praise
And to seek God’s face
To bring before God all our days
And every part of our lives
Father, Son and Holy Spirit, draw near to us
As we draw near to you.
Amen
silence
Confession
As individuals and as a community we hold before God our regrets and our failings
We turn to Christ
We turn to Christ
I turn to Christ
I turn to Christ
We turn to Christ
We turn to Christ
Lord Jesus
Loving God
You have called us to be a people of justice
A people dedicated to righteousness
Help us to live lives that reflect your love
And your concern for all people
Guide our ways into your way
Open our hearts to those in need
That we might be bearers of your good news
In our words and through our actions.
Amen
A reading from the book of Psalms
silence
A reading from the Old Testament
silence
Intercessions
We pray for those who stand for the forgotten people of this world. We pray that God would raise up a generation of prophets and peacemakers who will not be silenced by fear and oppression. We pray for the courage to take our place in this difficult task.
silence
The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen
Father, Son and Holy Spirit
You send us out into the world
Like sheep among wolves
Grant us the strength
To boldly step out in faith
And follow your call
Wherever you lead us
Amen
Tuesday Mid-day Prayer
We gather to meet with God
Father, Son and Holy Spirit
To be aware of your presence in our day
For you Lord are here now; your Spirit dwells within us
To bring you our worship
And offer you our praise
To be conscious that you walk beside us
And we do not make the journey alone
Father, Son and Holy Spirit, draw near to us
As we draw near to you
Amen
Silence
Confession
As individuals and as a community we hold before God our regrets and our failings
We turn to Christ
We turn to Christ
I turn to Christ
I turn to Christ
We turn to Christ
We turn to Christ
Lord Jesus,
Hope of the helpless,
Christ the compassionate companion
Soften our calcified hearts with the water of your Holy Spirit
and lift our eyes to see those you are
longing to bless today,
That we might be the ones to
choose our words kindly
and use our ears wisely
For your sake O Lord.
Amen
Silence
A reading from a Gospel
Intercessions
For all those for whom life is a struggle every day.
For the weak, the poor, the needy, the bereaved. For those with physical or learning disabilities
Silence
The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen
Silence
Father, Son and Holy Spirit
We offer our lives afresh to your service
Now, while it is still ‘day’ for us, and the light
reveals your will clearly.
Motivated always by your life’s perfect example
Shine through us, so we reflect your glory
Amen
Tuesday Evening Prayer
Heavenly Father,
rain down over us.
Lord Jesus,
rain down over us.
Spirit of God,
rain down over us.
Silence
Loving Father,
for the things this day that have brought us joy,
We give you thanks.
Healing Lord,
for the things this day that have brought us sorrow,
Bring peace.
Spirit of life,
in the closing of this day,
Give us rest.
God of creation,
from whom all things exist and through whom we find life,
pour out your Spirit this evening and cause peace like a river to flow out over your creation.
May we see the day now gone to have been a day lived under your blessing, and as we rest ahead of the trials of tomorrow, wash away our fears.
Amen
A reading from the book of Psalms
A reading from the New Testament
Silence
Lord Jesus,
as the cycle of day to night draws once more to a close, we pray that you be with all those who continue to suffer within that pattern.
Provide comfort to the hurting, rest to the weary, and relief to the sorrowful.
Amen
The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen
All praise to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
and as this day comes to a close,
Lord, draw near.
Amen
Tuesday Night Prayer
The day draws to a close
And the sky grows dark
The sun fades behind the horizon
And the moon takes its place in the sky
So let us pray, to hold before God
The day that has passed and the night to come.
Gracious God
Quieten our hearts
As the busyness of the day now past
Passes into memory
Help us to unfurl ourselves before you
Laying down the burdens
And the baggage of the day
Amen
Confession
As individuals and as a community we hold before God our regrets and our failings
We turn to Christ
We turn to Christ
I turn to Christ
I turn to Christ
We turn to Christ
We turn to Christ
A reading from the book of Psalms
silence
A short reading from a Gospel
silence
Space For Reflection
In the silence we hold before God the day now passing into history and we give thanks
silence
Lord, for this day
We give you thanks
Lord, for the moments when we encountered grace and beauty
We give you thanks
Lord, for conversations that have made an impact on our lives
We give you thanks
Lord, for the times when we have seen you at work
We give you thanks
In the silence we hold before God the hurts of the past day
silence
Lord, we remember the times when we have not shown love through our thoughts, words and actions
We seek forgiveness
Lord, we remember the times when we have been hurt by the words and actions of others
Help us to forgive
Lord, we remember the times when we have been distracted from seeking after you
Lord, make yourself known to us, help us to see you in the midst of the noise and clamour of this world
In the silence we hold before God tomorrow and the opportunities it bears
silence
Lord, we pray that your Holy Spirit would guide us into the ways of righteousness
That you would give us strength for the journey
Lord, you know the shape of our lives at this time, you know the delights we enjoy and the pressures we endure.
Guide us and give us wisdom to know your will, strengthen our resolve to discern your call.
Lord, make yourself known to us in the daily pattern of our lives,
Help us to see the fruit borne out of small actions
Lord, help us to live faithfully amidst uncertainty,
Fortify us to be followers in your Way
Lord, help us to not live as autonomous units,
But as fellow travellers on a journey.
Lord, build up the community of which we are part,
And shape it around the cross of your Son Jesus Christ.
Lord, as we sleep tonight, may we rest in the knowledge of your relentless love
When we wake tomorrow, may we be prepared for all that lies ahead
The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen
Gracious God
Grant us rest
That we might sleep in peace
Ready to face the new opportunities
Awaiting us when we wake
Amen
