• Pray for the negotiations taking place between US and Iran in Istanbul tomorrow (Friday). Pray for a peaceful resolution to the escalating conflict.
• Give thanks that the Gaza Crossing is now open. Pray that every day more than 50 patients will be able to leave and that more than 50 Palestinians will be able to return to their country. Pray that the decision not to allow goods through the crossing will be reversed.
• Continue to pray for the people of Ukraine who are enduring a hard winter, many managing without power for heating and lighting and cooking. Russian attacks have now resumed after a cold weather pause.
• Give thanks that our government is set to spend £500m on youth services in England over the next four years aiming to build or refurbish 250 youth centres, launch 50 new Young Future hubs and increase online safety provision. Ask that these projects will happen.
• Pray for the family and friends of Leo Ross, for the staff and pupils of Christ Church School and for everyone involved in this case after Leo’s attacker pleaded guilty in court last week and his sentencing is set for next Tuesday.
• Pray for those in our community who are worried about rising crime including burglary and theft, bogus callers, car theft and dangerous driving. Remember the most vulnerable who are often afraid to leave their homes.

Praise be to the Lord, to the God our Saviour, who daily bears our burdens.

Psalm 68:19