prayer & liturgy

Suggestions and a selection of prayers and liturgies.

Maundy prayer

A meditative prayer for use after Communion on Maundy Thursday, perhaps leading to a time of silence.

glimpses of joy

A prayer by Jacqui Hicks

writing intercessions

Many churches now involve members of the congregation in writing the intercessions for the Sunday morning service.

Some people love this opportunity to lead others in public prayer, but for others it can be daunting. If you are new to writing intercessions, or if you want to refresh your approach, here are a few simple tips.

walking prayer

Chartres Labyrinth

Lord Jesus, shine your light to show us the way.

Watch over our lives and guide our footsteps on unknown paths.

Lord, watch over us.

Wild flowers Lord watch over us.

We are like small seeds shed from a wild flower growing by the roadside. Blown where your wind will carry.

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