Care Prayer Theme: Church and Society

"Father God, we pray that thousands of people will respond to an invitation to come to church today, and that they will feel welcome and at ease. Please send Your Spirit of truth and love to congregations, that many will deepen their trust in Jesus Christ. Amen." - Care

Care Prayer Theme: Peace and Justice

 It is time to remember the diplomats, UN Peacekeepers, Christian emissaries and others who go to dangerous places to negotiate justice and peace, often in the crossfire. Ask God to protect them, to help them gain people’s trust and persuade them to consider pursuing paths of reconciliation that will benefit everyone. 

 

 UN Peacekeeper at work

‘Whoever desires to love life and see good days, let him keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit; let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it. For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are open to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.’  1 PETER 3:10-12 (ENGLISH STANDARD VERSION)

 

Christian Mission Aid - Mobile Eye Clinic

South Sudan

"God of all justice, we bring our broken world before You, especially those places blighted by armed conflict, evil oppression and corruption. May Your Church continue to proclaim Your grace and peace, and reach out to people in desperate situations. Amen." - Care

Care Prayer Theme: Mental Health

One in four adults suffer from mental health issues.  The majority of people do not seek help and carry on with their lives in fear of the stigma that is attached to mental health.  Spare some time to pray for these people, in an attempt to help ease their suffering.

"Father, we pray for the one in four adults who, at some point in their lives, are prone to mental illness: anxiety, depression, neurotic and psychotic disorders, self-harming and behavior problems. May they know Your healing peace and comfort. Amen." - Care

To Those That Help So Many

It is time to spare a thought to those that offer information, help, friendship and encouragement to those struggling with life-limiting conditions, those recovering from traumatic events, experiencing depression and isolation.  These people help so many in need of assistance and improve many peoples lives filling them with new found hope, confidence and purpose.

"Lord Jesus, thank you for your unflinching determination, to lay down your life for us, conquering sin and death.  Through your resurrection, you help us remember the importance of persisting and reaching out  to help others, as you did for us.  Thank you Lord, Amen."