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Thu, 1 August 2024
Reading for today: John 14:1-12
Jesus said: The words I say to you are not just my own, it is the Father, living in me, who is doing his work.
Pray for all of our church family and the people of the parish.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Loveridge Avenue
Fri, 2 August
Reading for today: Philippians 1:27-30
Paul writes: Stand firm in one spirit. You have been granted the privilege, not only of believing in Christ, but of suffering for him as well.
Remember those in our church family who receive the Sacrament at home.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Bishop Alcock Road
Sat, 3 August
Reading for today: Mark 6:45-52
When they saw Jesus walking on the water, the disciples were terrified. But at once he spoke to them saying, “Have courage, it’s me. Don’t be afraid.”
Pray for all whose year’s mind occurs during August.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cropton Road
SUN, 4 August
Reading for today: John 6:28-35
Jesus said: I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.
Pray for our team of servers
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Holwick Mews
Mon, 5 August
Reading for today: Matthew 5:1-12
Jesus said: Happy are they who hunger and thirst for justice, for they shall be filled. Happy are the merciful, for mercy will be shown to them.
Pray for those who offer their time to the maintenance of our buildings.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hotham Road North
Tue, 6 August
TRANSFIGURATION OF OUR LORD
Reading for today: Matthew 17:1-9
At the transfiguration of Jesus, the disciples fell face down to the ground, terrified. But Jesus came and touched them. “Get up,” he said. “Don’t be afraid.”
May we be an example to others as we walk as people of the light.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Weighton Grove
Wed, 7 August
Reading for today: 1 Peter 4:7-11
Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.
Pray for Ian and Geraldine our churchwardens
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Allanson Drive
Thu, 8 August
Reading for today: John 10:11-18
Jesus said: There are other sheep I have that are not of this fold, and I must lead them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there will be only one flock and one shepherd.
Pray for our work with families and young chidren.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hainsworth Park
Fri, 9 August
Reading for today: Colossians 2:6-15
Paul writes: You were dead because of your sins, but God has raised you up with Christ. He has forgiven us all our sins.
Pray for all those baptised and married in St Alban’s this year
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Rowley Grove
Sat, 10 August
Reading for today: Psalms 119:33-40
Turn my heart towards your way, O God, and not to selfish gain. By your word give me life.
Give thanks for Mother Linda and her ministry amongst us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Newbald Grove
SUN, 11 August
Reading for today: John 6:41-47
Jesus said: It is written in the prophets, “They will all be taught by God.” Everyone who listens to the Father and learns from him comes to me.
As we worship today, give thanks for the promise made in the Gospel.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Greenwood Avenue
Mon, 12 August
Reading for today: Deuteronomy 30:15-20
Moses said to the people: Choose life: loving the Lord your God, listening to the Lord’s voice, holding fast to God — for in this your life consists.
Give thanks to God for the beauty of the world.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cottingham Grove
Tue, 13 August
Reading for today: Matthew 14:13-21
Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, Jesus gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to the disciples, who gave them to the people. They all ate and were satisfied.
Pray for our “Open Church” and food bank.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Startforth Walk
Wed, 14 August
Reading for today: Mark 12:1-12
Jesus said of himself: The stone which the builders rejected has become the cornerstone: this is the Lord’s doing.
Pray for all those who work in our local shops and businesses.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Wensley Avenue
Thu, 15 August
THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Reading for today: Luke 1:39-56
Mary said: The Lord has come to the help of his servant, being mindful of his faithful love as God promised to our forefathers.
We celebrate the peace of Christ, pray that we will become messengers of peace.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in St Mary’s Avenue
Fri, 16 August
Reading for today: Hebrews 4:14-16
Jesus is well able to understand our weakness. He was tempted in every way as we are, yet was without sin.
Pray for all who live in our parish whatever their belief.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Florence Nightingale Court
Sat, 17 August
Reading for today: 2 Corinthians 5:1-7
Paul writes: We advance by faith, not by sight.
Pray for our PCC and for our fundraising initiatives.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in The Quadrant
SUN, 18 August
Reading for today: Ephesians 5:14-20
Let yourselves be filled by the Spirit. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord.
Pray for Peter and the choir, giving thanks for all they do for us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Askrigg Walk
Mon, 19 August
Reading for today: Hosea 14:2-9
The Lord says: I will cure my people of their disloyalty, I shall love them with all my heart. I hear them and watch over them.
Pray for members and leaders of our uniformed organisations.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Tickton Grove
Tue, 20 August
Reading for today: Matthew 21:18-22J
esus said: If you have faith, everything you ask for in prayer, you will receive.
Pray for Fr. Graham in his ministry amongst us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Langtoft Grove
Wed, 21 August
Reading for today: Romans 13:8-10
Paul writes: All the commandments can be summed up in this: Love your neighbour as yourself.
Pray for our neighbours and their needs.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Bentley Grove
Thu, 22 August
Reading for today: Ephesians 2:13-22
Paul writes: In Christ, you are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by the Spirit.
Christ comes amongst us as our friend. Let us welcome him.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Knapton Avenue
Fri, 23 August
Reading for today: Daniel 9:18-19
Daniel prayed saying: My God, listen to the prayer of your servant. For we rely not on our good deeds but on your great mercy.
Pray for all those whose faith has grown cold.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Balk Mews
Sat, 24 August
Reading for today: John 6:57-63Jesus said: The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you are spirit and they are life.
Pray for our shared discipleship and that God will help us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Owston Park
SUN, 25 August
Reading for today: John 6:67-69
Seeing that many of his disciples were turning away, Jesus said to the Twelve, “What about you, do you want to go away too?” Peter answered, “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words of eternal life.”
Christ encourages us with his promises.May we live up to our calling we have as his disciples.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Derwent Close
Mon, 26 August
Reading for today: Psalms 40:7-12
Here I am, I have come and, as it is written, I desire to do your will, my God. Your law is deep within my heart.
Pray for those who are on holiday, praying for rest and a joyful homecoming.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Elloughton Grove
Tue, 27 August
Reading for today: Mark 1:1-8
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. As it is written in Isaiah the prophet, “Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who will prepare your way, the voice of one crying in the wilderness: Prepare the way of the Lord, make God’s paths straight.
Pray for those who are struggling to find work and those with financial difficulties.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Golf Links Road
Wed, 28 August
Reading for today: 2 Peter 3:14-18
Make every effort to be found at peace. Understand that the great patience of God is for your salvation.
Pray for those preparing to make pilgrimage to Walsingham in September.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Endike Lane
Thu, 29 August
Reading for today: Ephesians 4:1-6
Paul writes: Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one Body and one Spirit, just as you have all been called to one hope.
Pray that more people will feel the call to become lay ministers in our church.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Carperby Mews
Fri, 30 August
Reading for today: Micah 7:7-8
I watch in hope for God who will save me. Though I sit in darkness, God is my light.
Pray for all those who are living with the problems of addiction.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Formby Close
Sat, 31 August
Reading for today: Psalms 56
You have delivered my soul from death, Lord, that I may walk in the presence of God in the light of the living.
Pray for pupils and staff in our local schools as they prepare for the new school year
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Lytham Drive
Reading for today: John 14:1-12
Jesus said: The words I say to you are not just my own, it is the Father, living in me, who is doing his work.
Pray for all of our church family and the people of the parish.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Loveridge Avenue
Fri, 2 August
Reading for today: Philippians 1:27-30
Paul writes: Stand firm in one spirit. You have been granted the privilege, not only of believing in Christ, but of suffering for him as well.
Remember those in our church family who receive the Sacrament at home.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Bishop Alcock Road
Sat, 3 August
Reading for today: Mark 6:45-52
When they saw Jesus walking on the water, the disciples were terrified. But at once he spoke to them saying, “Have courage, it’s me. Don’t be afraid.”
Pray for all whose year’s mind occurs during August.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cropton Road
SUN, 4 August
Reading for today: John 6:28-35
Jesus said: I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.
Pray for our team of servers
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Holwick Mews
Mon, 5 August
Reading for today: Matthew 5:1-12
Jesus said: Happy are they who hunger and thirst for justice, for they shall be filled. Happy are the merciful, for mercy will be shown to them.
Pray for those who offer their time to the maintenance of our buildings.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hotham Road North
Tue, 6 August
TRANSFIGURATION OF OUR LORD
Reading for today: Matthew 17:1-9
At the transfiguration of Jesus, the disciples fell face down to the ground, terrified. But Jesus came and touched them. “Get up,” he said. “Don’t be afraid.”
May we be an example to others as we walk as people of the light.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Weighton Grove
Wed, 7 August
Reading for today: 1 Peter 4:7-11
Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.
Pray for Ian and Geraldine our churchwardens
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Allanson Drive
Thu, 8 August
Reading for today: John 10:11-18
Jesus said: There are other sheep I have that are not of this fold, and I must lead them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there will be only one flock and one shepherd.
Pray for our work with families and young chidren.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hainsworth Park
Fri, 9 August
Reading for today: Colossians 2:6-15
Paul writes: You were dead because of your sins, but God has raised you up with Christ. He has forgiven us all our sins.
Pray for all those baptised and married in St Alban’s this year
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Rowley Grove
Sat, 10 August
Reading for today: Psalms 119:33-40
Turn my heart towards your way, O God, and not to selfish gain. By your word give me life.
Give thanks for Mother Linda and her ministry amongst us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Newbald Grove
SUN, 11 August
Reading for today: John 6:41-47
Jesus said: It is written in the prophets, “They will all be taught by God.” Everyone who listens to the Father and learns from him comes to me.
As we worship today, give thanks for the promise made in the Gospel.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Greenwood Avenue
Mon, 12 August
Reading for today: Deuteronomy 30:15-20
Moses said to the people: Choose life: loving the Lord your God, listening to the Lord’s voice, holding fast to God — for in this your life consists.
Give thanks to God for the beauty of the world.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cottingham Grove
Tue, 13 August
Reading for today: Matthew 14:13-21
Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, Jesus gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to the disciples, who gave them to the people. They all ate and were satisfied.
Pray for our “Open Church” and food bank.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Startforth Walk
Wed, 14 August
Reading for today: Mark 12:1-12
Jesus said of himself: The stone which the builders rejected has become the cornerstone: this is the Lord’s doing.
Pray for all those who work in our local shops and businesses.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Wensley Avenue
Thu, 15 August
THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Reading for today: Luke 1:39-56
Mary said: The Lord has come to the help of his servant, being mindful of his faithful love as God promised to our forefathers.
We celebrate the peace of Christ, pray that we will become messengers of peace.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in St Mary’s Avenue
Fri, 16 August
Reading for today: Hebrews 4:14-16
Jesus is well able to understand our weakness. He was tempted in every way as we are, yet was without sin.
Pray for all who live in our parish whatever their belief.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Florence Nightingale Court
Sat, 17 August
Reading for today: 2 Corinthians 5:1-7
Paul writes: We advance by faith, not by sight.
Pray for our PCC and for our fundraising initiatives.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in The Quadrant
SUN, 18 August
Reading for today: Ephesians 5:14-20
Let yourselves be filled by the Spirit. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord.
Pray for Peter and the choir, giving thanks for all they do for us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Askrigg Walk
Mon, 19 August
Reading for today: Hosea 14:2-9
The Lord says: I will cure my people of their disloyalty, I shall love them with all my heart. I hear them and watch over them.
Pray for members and leaders of our uniformed organisations.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Tickton Grove
Tue, 20 August
Reading for today: Matthew 21:18-22J
esus said: If you have faith, everything you ask for in prayer, you will receive.
Pray for Fr. Graham in his ministry amongst us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Langtoft Grove
Wed, 21 August
Reading for today: Romans 13:8-10
Paul writes: All the commandments can be summed up in this: Love your neighbour as yourself.
Pray for our neighbours and their needs.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Bentley Grove
Thu, 22 August
Reading for today: Ephesians 2:13-22
Paul writes: In Christ, you are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by the Spirit.
Christ comes amongst us as our friend. Let us welcome him.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Knapton Avenue
Fri, 23 August
Reading for today: Daniel 9:18-19
Daniel prayed saying: My God, listen to the prayer of your servant. For we rely not on our good deeds but on your great mercy.
Pray for all those whose faith has grown cold.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Balk Mews
Sat, 24 August
Reading for today: John 6:57-63Jesus said: The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you are spirit and they are life.
Pray for our shared discipleship and that God will help us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Owston Park
SUN, 25 August
Reading for today: John 6:67-69
Seeing that many of his disciples were turning away, Jesus said to the Twelve, “What about you, do you want to go away too?” Peter answered, “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words of eternal life.”
Christ encourages us with his promises.May we live up to our calling we have as his disciples.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Derwent Close
Mon, 26 August
Reading for today: Psalms 40:7-12
Here I am, I have come and, as it is written, I desire to do your will, my God. Your law is deep within my heart.
Pray for those who are on holiday, praying for rest and a joyful homecoming.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Elloughton Grove
Tue, 27 August
Reading for today: Mark 1:1-8
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. As it is written in Isaiah the prophet, “Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who will prepare your way, the voice of one crying in the wilderness: Prepare the way of the Lord, make God’s paths straight.
Pray for those who are struggling to find work and those with financial difficulties.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Golf Links Road
Wed, 28 August
Reading for today: 2 Peter 3:14-18
Make every effort to be found at peace. Understand that the great patience of God is for your salvation.
Pray for those preparing to make pilgrimage to Walsingham in September.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Endike Lane
Thu, 29 August
Reading for today: Ephesians 4:1-6
Paul writes: Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one Body and one Spirit, just as you have all been called to one hope.
Pray that more people will feel the call to become lay ministers in our church.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Carperby Mews
Fri, 30 August
Reading for today: Micah 7:7-8
I watch in hope for God who will save me. Though I sit in darkness, God is my light.
Pray for all those who are living with the problems of addiction.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Formby Close
Sat, 31 August
Reading for today: Psalms 56
You have delivered my soul from death, Lord, that I may walk in the presence of God in the light of the living.
Pray for pupils and staff in our local schools as they prepare for the new school year
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Lytham Drive
