World Council of Churches Prayer Cycle (Week 21)
In God's Hands: The Ecumenical Prayer Cycle
At the very heart of the ecumenical movement is the reality of prayer. Jesus prayed that we may all be one, united in God in the mystery of the Trinity. That is the basis and the goal of our search for unity.
The Ecumenical Prayer Cycle enables us to journey in prayer through every region of the world and through every week of the year affirming our solidarity with Christians all over the world, brothers and sisters living in diverse situations, experiencing diverse problems and sharing diverse gifts. Lord, hear our prayer ...
This week we pray for:
Week 21 - Malawi, Zambia
Intercessions
Give thanks for:
Democratic multiparty politics in Malawi and Zambia, and peaceful transitions of leadership.
Rich agricultural land and environment.
The growth of the church.
Christians who stand by the poor and hungry.
Those who proclaim God’s will for justice.
Those who work for the cancellation of the burden of international debt that brings poverty and death to many Africans.
Good humour and those who can laugh in the face of grave problems.
Pray for:
The democratic governments in Malawi and Zambia, that they may work for the welfare and development of the nation, irrespective of party affiliation.
Those suffering from AIDS, and government efforts to combat the AIDS pandemic.
A sufficient supply of medical personnel, equipment and drugs in government hospitals and health centres.
Victims of floods and drought, that food production may again flourish.
The increasing numbers of school drop-outs, street youth and delinquents, that they may find hope and meaning in their lives.
Those affected by inflation and unemployment, that they may find work and be able to feed their families.
Prayer
God of love, God of compassion,
in the midst of death and evil,
you mercifully look after us:
protecting, providing and smiling,
constantly reassuring us of your care.
Grant to us the joy of this occasion,
especially as we celebrate our birthdays,
knowing that your love is life.
Teach us to number our days aright,
that we may acquire a heart of wisdom,
through him whose life has become our light, even Jesus Christ.
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