Author: Lola Adeleke

St Stephen, Deacon, First Martyr: Today we recall the first Christian martyr. Someone will lose their life today because they proclaim Christ. In the midst of celebrations, take a moment today to reflect upon this and pray for those who do not count the cost in being a sacrificial offering. Please also pray for The Diocese of Kumi – The Church of the Province of Uganda.

The greatest birth in history is celebrated today. We pray for all Christians across the world with whom we have links as the Saviour of the world is acclaimed. O Come Let Us Adore Him! Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem and the People of Bethlehem. Please also pray for The Diocese of Kumasi – The Church of the Province of West Africa.

As we prepare for the celebration of Jesus’ birth, we pray for ourselves that we might invite Him to be born again in us as we grow as disciples. Please also pray for The Diocese of Kuching – Church of the Province of South East Asia.

We pray for We pray for those who work in hospitality around our diocese at this busy time of year. Please also pray for The Diocese of Kubwa – The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).

We pray for On the fourth Advent Sunday, we pray: Lord Jesus Christ, light of the world, we welcome you. Shine on us and help us to reflect your light. Amen. Please also pray for The Church of the Province of Uganda.

We pray for those who work in retail around our diocese at this busy time of year. Please also pray for The Diocese of Krishna-Godavari – The Church of South India (United).

We pray for Brinsley, St James the Great; Underwood, St Michael & All Angels. Please also pray for The Diocese of Western Kowloon – Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui.

We pray for Kirkby-in-Ashfield, St Wilfrid. Please also pray for The Diocese of Eastern Kowloon – Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui.

We pray for Sutton-in-Ashfield, St Mary Magdalene. Please also pray for The Diocese of Kootenay – The Anglican Church of Canada.

We pray for Sutton-in-Ashfield, New Cross Community Church. Please also pray for The Diocese of Kontagora – The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).