Join with us in prayer
Christians have prayed here at Rochester Cathedral since 604AD.
Thank you for bringing your prayers today.
We pray to our Father for the world, community, loved ones and personal concerns.
‘Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.’ — Philippians 4v6.
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The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy name;
thy kingdom come;
thy will be done;
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation;
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
the power and the glory,
for ever and ever.
Amen.
If you light a candle at home or in holy places these words may help
Blessed are you God of all creation,
You have called us out of darkness into light.
Open our eyes to your presence.
Open our ears to your call.
Open our hearts to your love.
Father Son and holy Spirit. Amen.
If you do not know what to say to God, sit still and picture the situation and offer that image to God.
More prayer suggestions
Keep us, good Lord,
under the shadow of your mercy
in this time of uncertainty and distress.
Sustain and support the anxious and fearful,
and lift up all who are brought low;
that we may rejoice in your comfort
knowing that nothing can separate us from your love
in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Amen.
Loving God,
you are merciful and forgiving.
Grant that those who are suffering the hurts of the past
may experience your generous love.
Heal their memories, comfort them,
and send them all from here
renewed and hopeful;
in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Gracious God,
surround us and all who mourn this day
with your continuing compassion.
Do not let grief overwhelm your children,
or turn them against you.
When grief seems never-ending,
take them one step at a time
along your road of death and resurrection
in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Please see The Church of England website for further prayer suggestions.
