Reaching Out

Jesus said, “You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has lost its flavour? Can you make it salty again? It will be thrown out and trampled underfoot as worthless. You are the light of the world - like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden.”’ MATTHEW 5:13,14 (NEW LIVING TRANSLATION)

"Thank You, Lord, for every opportunity we have to serve others, and that Your Church is on the move in society: feeding the hungry, helping those in debt, sheltering the homeless, caring for the weak and coming alongside vulnerable young people to support and guide them. Amen" - Care

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: Sexual Trafficking and Explotation

Human sexual trafficking and exploitation is an evil that goes on unseen to most of us.  It is a horrible and hard existence for those involved, we must pray that those who have been forced into such a life, can find the help and aid they need.

"O God of infinite mercy and grace – who will never forget - we ask You to soften the hearts of those who treat other human beings in a cruel and degrading manner, that they might relent and repent. Please send Your servants to bring liberty and relief to those who are so badly abused. For Christ’s sake, Amen." - Care

Gangs, violence and Explotation

Most inner cities see levels of organized crime and gang violence, some are worse than others, however no matter how bad the violence is innocent people suffer.  So take time to pray for those that are disillusioned and those they exploit to find peace.

Anyone can fall through the crack of society and no matter how far someone has turned to a criminal life, there is always chance of retribution.

"Oh father, shed your light upon those who have fallen far into darkness and those that suffer because of them.  Show them the light lord, bring them hope and reveal to them that there is a way out of their problems, that they can indeed be forgiven for their sins.  Amen."

International Day of Peace

International Day of Peace is devoted to commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and people. Pray that many throughout the world will realize that true peace only comes through Christ, and that they will ask Him for forgiveness and new life.

"Lord, bring light to those that do not yet realize that true peace only comes through Christ, show them a sign. I pray that they ask your forgiveness lord and start their new life alongside you. Amen."

Stigma of Faith

Sadly in today's society there is a lot of stigma targeted at those who have faith.  Some who have spoken their faith in the workplace, or refused to work against their conscience have been unfairly treated in the workplace. Spend some time to show them some support.

"Father, please allow for those that speak your word and act according to your will, to not be discouraged by unbelievers and those that do not have faith.  May you give them the strength to persevere. Please give them the willpower to be wise in their decisions and guide them onto the right path. Amen."

Self Harm

Last year 26,270 females and 11,656 males aged under 25 were admitted to hospitals in England due to self-harm.  Self-harm is a growing problem within our society, spare a thought for these lost individuals.

"Loving Savior, please see that those who are self-harming, the young and the lost, seek help lord.  Let their underlying causes be revealed lord, so that they can get the help they need to press on with their lives and prevent all of their outward and internal agony. Amen."

World Mental Health Day

Today is World Mental Health Day.  Take time to pray and spare a thought for those who suffer from mental health issues.  Those of us that are thrown constantly into the bleakest of darkness, driven to suicide and lost without hope.  Take time to prey that they can emerge from the darkness into the light, that they seek aid, through counseling, medication and the care, love and companionship of others.

"Father, we pray that you can offer guidance to those who are lost in the darkness.  Allow them to find your light and seek the assistance they need to recover from their depression. Lord let others find them and show them love and care lord.  So that they can recover and find happiness once again. Amen."