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Today we pray for Kidderminster East 🙏

Here are the latest dates for Living Gently on the Earth, Worcester Cathedral’s award-winning programme for green and generous living. Find out more at worcestercathedral.org.uk/eco

Today we pray for the Diocese of Morogoro, for the continuing ministry of the Cathedral and the clergy who serve there. We pray especially for Canon Peter Mkengi, as he faces living with a long-term medical condition. We give thanks for his ministry and pray for his wife and children.

Join us in praying for those being supervised in the community 🙏

Today let's pray for All Saints Wribbenhall 🙏

21 people from across the Diocese were confirmed in the Cathedral on Easter Eve, with one person also being baptised. The confirmations took place as part of the Easter vigil with candidates being Baptised by Bishop Hugh: www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/news/easter-...

🧵Hot off the press! @sarumcollege.bsky.social Summer and Autumn Brochure 2026 is out now. Look inside for ever-popular favourites, such as ‘Reading Scripture Together, ‘Modern Mystics, Theology Catch-Ups and Tom Clammer’s days on prayer and worship. www.sarum.ac.uk/wp-content/u...

Today we lift up Ribbesford with Bewdley and Dowles. Please join us in praying for Sarah, the Mission Support Officer, as she settles into her new role; for the growing relationship with local schools; and for their efforts in the area of eco and racial justice.

A prayer for Easter Sunday 🙏

Today we pray for Chaplaincy for Agriculture and Rural Life 🙏 🌿

On Good Friday, we remember our Merciful Lord's suffering and sacrifice on the cross. Fill our hearts with gratitude, repentance, and love as we embrace your redeeming grace. Amen

Today we pray for St Michael, Stourport & All Saints Wilden 🙏

Ahead of residential elections, we pray for all the candidates and the electorate, & for whoever may be elected, that they may have the wisdom & integrity to guide the country. We pray too for those who minister in the Diocese of Peru as they seek to provide support to the disadvantaged & victimised

Today we pray for Areley Kings and Astley 🙏

Our clergy and lay ministers gathered earlier for the Chrism Eucharist. This service includes a rededication of all those in ministry to their calling, including the reaffirmation of ordination vows by clergy and the blessing of the oils that are used in services throughout the year.

Today we pray for the Kidderminster and Stourport Deanery 🙏

Today is Palm Sunday 🌴 We pray, true and humble King, hailed by the crowd as Messiah: grant us the faith to know you and love you, that we may be found beside you on the way of the cross, which is the path of glory. Amen.

Loving God, as we begin to look towards the warmer months, help us to remember that everything has a season 🌳🙏

Today we pray for retired clergy and their families in Pershore and Evesham Deanery. We give thanks for their ministry and support, and pray for those among them in particular need at this time 🙏

Today we pray for Pershore and Evesham Community Hospital. We pray for all patients and those who rely on the services. We pray for all nursing teams, medical teams, and support staff. We remember especially Stroke Support Services and our Chaplaincy Team 🏥 🙏

A special Easter service for adults with learning difficulties and other special needs was held at St Egwin’s Church earlier this week. Led by Assistant Curate, Caroline Green, it told the story of Easter from the entry to Jerusalem to the appearance to the disciples after resurrection.

The Feast of Annunciation, or Lady Day, is a traditional day for agreeing agricultural contracts. Pray for all tenants, especially those associated with the land, for all landlords and fairness in all dealings between the two. We pray for all who face rural poverty 🙏

We pray today for the Diocesan Secretary's Team. We give thanks for the team and for all the work they do to support our churches in the Diocese. We thank God for Andy Todd, Emma Woollaston, and Judith Nex 🙏

Father Brown will be at Great Witley Church in Friday's episode! www.worcesternews.co.uk/news/2596088...?

Let us pray for the Flyfords Benefice 🙏

Today is World Water Day 💧 We pray for all those around the world without access to clean water. We give thanks for those charities who work to change this inequality and help to ensure everyone can drink fresh water and remain healthy.

Let us pray that we would grow as Kingdom People. Dear Lord, we look to you to help us discern our way to grow your Kingdom here on earth. Help us to place our egos aside and work for your glory. Amen 🙏

Today we pray for the Clergy Housing and Facilities team. We give thanks for all the work the team do to support people across the Diocese and in the diocesan office. We lift up Ruth Beard, Jaine Simm, Anna Phillips, Bernadette Hirst, Paul Coombes, and Carl Woolaston 🙏

Is your church going for a silver or gold Eco-Church award? Then you might like to join us online on the 15th April as we explore how to deal with the challenge of Community and Global Engagement. Tickets are free, but must be reserved via www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/eco-church... 🔗 📲

Let us pray for the Flyfords Benefice. We pray for St Bartholomew and St Eadburga, for their witness in village life and care for historic buildings. We lift up Emma Goldby and Delia Harding 🙏

Today we pray for the Protestant Church of Central Germany 🙏

Please pray with us today, on Global Recycling Day 🙏 ♻️

Today is Disabled Access Day. Dear God, thank you for every person. Help us build a world where everyone can move freely, safely, and with dignity. Bless those who work to make places open to all. Teach us to be kind, fair, and thoughtful. May no one be left out or held back. Amen 🙏

Join us in praying today that we would grow as Kingdom People. Lord Jesus, lead us through the wilderness with faith. Prune away our pride and fear. Grow us in humility, obedience, and love that mirrors your kingdom way 🙏

On this Mothering Sunday, we thank our loving God for mothers and all who nurture us in faith and life.

We pray for all our churches and parishes who are currently in or going into vacancy. We give thanks to all those who help continue the mission and work of the church in times of uncertainty and change 🙏

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Please join us in praying for Children's, Youth and Family Ministers. We give thanks for all the children's, young people, and family workers and ministers across the Diocese. Lord, be with them as they help grow your kingdom through sharing God's love with families.

Today we pray for the staff of Morogoro Bible College, for all those training for both ordained or lay ministry, and those who are experiencing a call to serve. We pray that there will be sufficient and financial support to sustain the 'voice' of God to be heard throughout the Diocese of Morogoro.

Join us in praying for Hampton w Sedgeberrow and Hinton as they work together to show God's presence in the villages and towns.

Congratulations to James Treasure, Rector of Dudley, who has this morning been announced as the next Bishop of St Germans in the Diocese of Truro. Read more on our website: www.cofe-worcester.org.uk/news/james-t...

This morning we pray for St Peter, Bengeworth. Pray for them in their efforts to connect with the community through their cafe. Pray that they would see people come to faith and lives changed through Alpha. Pray for the clergy: Andy Smith, Mike Edwards, and the Reader, David Casey.

Today is International Women's Day! Let us pray a blessing over all who work for equality and inclusion. Inspire us to give to gain, to share our time, skills, and hearts, so that together we may build a world where every woman's gift is valued, and every girl's future is bright.

Today we pray that we would grow as Kingdom people. Lord, teach us to serve with humble hearts. May our actions proclaim your love and justice. Grow us into people who embody the values of your kingdom.

Pray for the Five Alive Parish w Bishampton & Throckmorton. Give thanks for all caring for church buildings & churchyards; for regular giving & fundraisers. Pray for mission, for new opportunities & for all who serve our churches & villages. For Sarah Dangerfield, Emma Goldby & Delia Harding

Pray for the Diocese of Peru. With ongoing concerns about finances and most clergy also working secular jobs, pray for those charged with putting the Diocese on a sustainable financial footing. Also for those working with congregations on stewardship, and those ensuring transparent and wise spending

Today is World Hearing Day. Thank you Lord, for the gift of hearing. Help those who find it hard to hear and bless doctors, families, and others who help them. Teach us to listen with love and care. May everyone feel heard and included and help us make the world kinder and more understanding.

In Five Alive Parish w Bishampton & Throckmorton, give thanks for our village’s young people. Pray for new volunteers to continue Open the Book. Pray as we discern how to be church in this day, imaginatively seek new resources and for all who serve our churches & villages in their varied ministries.

Thank you, Lord, that you are always there for us. Help parents to listen to their children and know that sometimes the best thing they can do for them is just be there, listening. Amen.