Pray for our seven church members will be baptised on the 3rd November. Pray that joy of the Lord will be their strength.

  • Pray that our connections with local schools will be fruitful. Pray a blessing for all headteachers and teachers in our local schools.
  • Pray a blessing for the leadership of Haydon Parish Council in their work in our community.
  • Pray that the Lord may lead you to tell someone this week about the love and grace of Jesus Christ.
  • Pray that the Lord will use you to be a blessing and gift to someone this week.

Pray for countries amidst war

  • The brutal war in Gaza is devastating the lives of men, women and children across the Middle East
  • In Gaza, the West Bank and Lebanon, local churches and para-church organisations are responding to people’s urgent needs and providing lifesaving aid.

Pray for peace

  • Pray for an immediate ceasefire, an end to the violence, and the release of all hostages.
  • Pray for world leaders with influence in the region to make wise decisions that lead to lasting peace.
  • Pray that God’s peace would fill the hearts and minds of everyone who is suffering as a result of this conflict.

Pray for safety

  • Pray for all civilians – that God would protect them from harm, particularly the most vulnerable, including children, older people, and people with disabilities.
  • Pray for humanitarian workers – for protection for those who are working to provide humanitarian assistance and medical supplies.
  • Pray for the safe distribution of food, water, sanitary items, medical supplies and fuel.
  • Pray for people forced to flee their homes. Pray for safe places to stay and that they will be able to return home.

Pray for strength

  • Pray for church leaders – for wisdom and strength to lead people through fear and uncertainty. Pray for bravery as they guide their communities and offer loving support.
  • Pray for faith leaders and communities across the region – that they would stand firm, and for unity, connection and mutual understanding so that they can help bring people together and show kindness.

Pray for hope

  • Pray for those who are terrified, mourning and suffering. Ask God to save them from despair – for the trauma and violence they’ve experienced not to overshadow hope.
  • Pray that people across the Middle East wouldn’t lose hope – that peace is possible.

Pray for healing

  • Pray for people who have been traumatised or injured; ask God to heal their physical and emotional wounds and bring them deep comfort.
  • Pray for hospitals and medical staff – for strength as they continue to provide life-saving services to all those affected. Ask God to provide all the resources and equipment they need to treat the sick and injured.