God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble {Psalm 46.1}
Let us pray to God in the power of the Holy Spirit and through Jesus Christ:
Almighty Father keep the church faithful in the times of trouble. Help us to care for others and to comfort all in distress
Especially at this time of the world-wide Covid – 19 pandemic we pray for and give thanks to all working in the provision of health and social care, we pray for all involved in research to find a cure or vaccine to defeat the evil of the virus
Have pity on the troubles of the world through war and violence, through human greed and selfishness and natural disasters and disease
Give to all men and women true compassion for suffering and the will to work for its relief
Grant that in our love for those near to us, our family and friends, we shall never forget the distress of others
We pray for all affected by the present virus, for their healing and return to health in body, mind and spirit. We pray for those bereaved for the loss of loved ones, comfort them in their grief
We pray knowing that you heavenly Father are our refuge and strength and a very present help in trouble
Amen
Ian Silcox