Prayer diary
"Do all this in prayer, asking for God's help. Pray on every occasion, as the Spirit leads. For this reason keep alert and never give up; pray always for all God's people" Ephesians 6 v.18 You are invited to use this daily prayer diary, month by month, to focus the prayers of all our members on specific topics each day of each month. Daily, please pray for:1st – MinistersRosemary, and all circuit ministers. 2nd – Church membersAll our worshipping congregation, housebound members and all associated with our church. 3rd – Time TogetherProviding fellowship with coffee, informal Communion, and lunch; first Thursday, monthly. 4th – Homegroups and prayer groupsThe groups meeting regularly in homes, and for growth in this important area of church life. 5th – Local businessesThe good relations we have with a number of local businesses, within the community. Please pray for their prosperity. 6th – All volunteers within our church communitymany of whom carry out numerous tasks, quietly and unseen, enhancing the quality of our church life. 7th – The sickAll those known to us on our Prayer Chain, Prayer Tree, and individually. 8th – Young ExplorersThe children, young people, and their leaders who serve them week by week, offering our facilities, service and love in Christ’s name. 9th – Our neighbourhoodThe local community whom we serve by offering our facilities, service and love in Christ’s name. 10th – Sutton SchoolsworkThe Christian charity supported by local churches and individuals, serving both primary and secondary schools in Sutton. 11th – South London MissionWhom we support regularly with gifts of food for those with no home of their own, and those facing hardship in our society. 12th – Ruskin Road Pre-SchoolThe staff and children of our church run facility. 13th – Ruskin RascalsThe toddlers and their parents and carers who enjoy the play activities and opportunity of a weekly chat provided by our church members. 14th – Uniformed organisationsScouts, Guides, Cubs, Brownies, Beavers and Rainbows associated with our church and premises; their leaders and helpers. 15th – Choir and musicianswho help lead our worship, using their talents to enrich our experience. 16th – Churches Together in CarshaltonThe ecumenical initiative bringing member churches to witness together in the local community - other denominations offering a wide variety of worship styles and service. 17th – Church leadersThat our Leadership Team, charged with steering our church, may receive guidance. 18th – Local schoolsPrimary, secondary and special needs schools in our borough; their staffs and pupils. 19th – Park Lodgeand other homes caring for vulnerable adults. 20th – Sutton Street Pastorswho minister to late-night clients of town-centre entertainment. 21st – Safer Neighbourhood TeamOur local Police and Community Support Officers who monitor and patrol our neighbourhood. 22nd – Methodist Homes (MHA)Particularly Ryelands, our local home, providing Christian care and support for the elderly. 23rd – The suffering churchThose churches throughout the world facing persecution for following Jesus Christ. Be thankful for our own freedom! 24th – Circuit churches and leadersThe churches in the Sutton Circuit, their members and the Circuit Stewards who serve this fellowship of faith. 25th – Local charities and voluntary organisationsserving the needs of the disadvantaged and disabled in our borough. 26th – Outreach and evangelismHelp in identifying opportunities to reach out and witness Christ to our community. 27th – World current affairsThe current concerns of our world, knowing that God hears our pleas in Christ’s name. 28th – Local councillors & council officerswho have responsibility for our local government and services. 29th – Pastoral visitorsThose people, ministerial and lay, who provide support, comfort and fellowship for those in need. 30th – Community cinemaThe team which provides regular entertainment and outreach to our community, and for sensitivity and imagination in programming. 31st – Hospitals and social servicesAll involved in the provision of treatment and care, that they may have the strength and compassion needed for their demanding roles, and the resources needed. Download this prayer diary as a PDF If you know of anyone in need of prayer, please contact the church office. The President and Vice-President of the Methodist Conference publish a prayer diary for their Presidential Year. Download the Presidential Prayer Card for 2021/2022 Singing the Faith Plus publishes a prayer card, entitled Hymns for Personal Prayer which is available to download. |