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All of December's Daily Readings and Prayers may be downloaded using the links above.
Alternatively, they are listed below.
Thu, 1 December 2022
Reading for today: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
Paul writes: You are children of light, children of the day. So let us not slumber but stay awake.
Pray for the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows at their Christingle tonight.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Inglemire Lane
Fri, 2 December
Reading for today: Psalms 130
My soul is waiting for the Lord, I rely on God’s promise; my soul relies on the Lord more than a night-watchman on the coming of dawn.
Pray for those whose years’ mind occurs this month.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Moorbeck Close
Sat, 3 December
Reading for today: Isaiah 43:18-21
The Lord says: Look, I am doing something new, even now it is emerging, do you not see it? Yes, I am making a way in the desert and my people will sing my praises.
Pray for all social endeavours arranged by the social committee, especially today’s Christmas Fayre.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Knapton Avenue
SUN, 4 December
Reading for today: Matthew 3:1-12
John the Baptist came, preaching in the desert of Judea and saying, “Change your lives, for the kingdom of heaven is near.”
Pray for the grace to mirror Christ’s humility.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cottingham Road
Mon, 5 December
Reading for today: Romans 14:13-19
St. Paul writes: The kingdom of God is justice and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
Pray for all who work in our local shops and businesses at this busy time of year.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Fairfax Avenue
Tue, 6 December
Reading for today:1 Peter 5:6-11
Peter writes: Cast all your anxiety on God, because God cares for you.
Pray for those who find themselves homeless at this time of year.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Balk Mews
Wed, 7 December
Reading for today: Mark 13:33-37
Jesus said: What I am saying to you I say to all: Stay awake!
Pray that we will stand up, focus and be ready to meet Christ at his second coming.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hall Road
Thu, 8 December
Reading for today: 1 John 1:1-7
John writes: This is what we have heard from Christ: God is light, in him there is no darkness at all.
Pray for those in our church family who are housebound.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Birdforth Mews
Fri, 9 December
Reading for today: Psalms 119:81-88
From the book of Psalms: My soul longs for your salvation, Lord. I hope in your word.
Pray for those who are thinking about confirmation or baptism during the next year,
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Thorgill Grove
Sat, 10 December
Reading for today: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28
Paul writes: May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through, and may your spirit, soul and body be kept blameless for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful.
Pray for God’s wisdom to guide you as you seek to find him.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Oakfield Court
SUN, 11 December
Reading for today: Matthew 11:2-15
Jesus said of John the Baptist: He is the one of whom scripture says: Look, I am going to send my messenger before you to prepare your way.
Give thanks for our choristers and altar servers as they prepare for our Christmas worship.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Burniston Road
Mon, 12 December
Reading for today: Romans 8:22-27
Paul writes: We look towards our salvation in hope. Now, to hope for what we see is not hope at all. To hope for what we do not see is to await it with constancy.
Pray for all schools holding their Christmas Concerts.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Lytham Drive
Tue, 13 December
Reading for today: 1 John 3:14-20
Let us love not just with words and in speech, but with actions and in truth.
Pray for all who find this time of year difficult.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in The Quadrant
Wed, 14 December
Reading for today: Jeremiah 17:14-17
Jeremiah said: Heal me, Lord, and I shall be healed; save me and I shall be saved, for you are my praise.
Pray for all involved in the ministry of preaching and teaching.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Woodcroft Avenue
Thu, 15 December
Reading for today: Matthew 5:13-16
Jesus said: You are the light of the world. Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.
Pray for our local emergency services who will be working over Christmas.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Rowley Grove
Fri, 16 December
Reading for today: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22
Be always joyful, pray continually and give thanks in all circumstances.
Pray for the joy of expectancy as we look beyond the world and gaze on God.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Greenwood Avenue
Sat, 17 December
Reading for today: Baruch 4:36-37
The Lord says to his people: Look and see the joy that is coming to you from God.
Pray for our MP and for the work of local councillors.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Burrill Mews
SUN, 18 December
Reading for today: Matthew 1:18-23
The Lord had spoken through the prophet: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Emmanuel, a name which means “God-with-us”.
Pray for our worship today as we lift our hearts in praise to him.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Owston Park
Mon, 19 December
Reading for today: Leviticus 26:3-13
God says to his people: I shall fix my home among you and never reject you. I shall be your God and you will be my people.
Pray for all in our local community who are homeless, hungry and cold.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cottingham Grove
Tue, 20 December
Reading for today: Sirach 34:14-17 (16-20)
The eyes of the Lord keep watch over those who love him, reviving the spirit and giving light to the eyes. God gives healing, life and blessing.
Give thanks for those who commit themselves to lay ministry in St. Alban’s.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hotham Road North
Wed, 21 December
Reading for today: Luke 1:39-45
Elizabeth said to Mary: Blessed is she who believed that the promise the Lord made her would be fulfilled.
Pray for us all as we reflect on God’s word to us in Scripture.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Westgarth Avenue
Thu, 22 December
Reading for today: Luke 1:39-56
Mary said: The Lord has filled the hungry with good things, and sent the rich away empty-handed.
Pray for those who we reach out to through our healing ministry.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Slingsby Close
Fri, 23 December
Reading for today: Hebrews 2:5-18
Because Christ himself suffered when he was put to the test, he is able to help those who are being tempted.
We belong together in Jesus Christ. Give thanks for our fellowship together in the Gospel.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cloughton Grove
Sat, 24 December Christmas Eve
Reading for today: Luke 2:1-20
The angel of the Lord said to the shepherds: Do not be afraid. I bring you news of a great joy, a joy to be shared by all the people: today a Saviour has been born to you, he is Christ the Lord.
Pray for all expectant parents and for the work of midwives and support staff.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hackforth Walk
SUN, 25 December
CHRISTMAS DAY
Reading for today: John 1:9-18
The Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen his glory.
For us the Word is made flesh. Pray for to receive Jesus and his grace.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Langtoft Grove
Mon, 26 December
ST STEPHEN
Reading for today: Acts 6:8-15,7:55-60
As they were stoning him, Stephen prayed, “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.” Then he fell on his knees and cried out, “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.” And with these words he died.
Pray for those areas of the world affected by violence.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Boldron Mews
Tue, 27 December
ST JOHN
Reading for today: 1 John 5:18-21
John writes: We are in the One who is true, as we are in his Son, Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.
Pray for all who are serving in the armed forces.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Swanland Grove
Wed, 28 December
HOLY INNOCENTS
Reading for today: Zechariah 8:11-17
The Lord says: I shall save you and you will be a blessing. Do not be afraid!
Pray for all parents who are mourning the death of their children.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Holwick Mews
Thu, 29 December
Reading for today:1 Corinthians 13:8-13
Paul writes: These three things remain: faith, hope and love. And the greatest of them is love.
Give thanks for the love that the Father lavishes on us his own children.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Carnaby Grove
Fri, 30 December
HOLY FAMILY
Reading for today: Ezekiel 16:60-63
The Lord says: I shall re-establish my covenant with you and you will know that I am God. In your confusion you will be reduced to silence when I forgive you for everything you have done.
Pray we will model our lives on those of the Holy Family.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Derwent Close
Sat, 31 December
Reading for today: Genesis 28:10-22
The Lord says: I am with you, I will watch over you wherever you go. I will not abandon you before accomplishing what I have promised you.
Give thanks to God for his blessings in the past year and look forward to 2023 with confidence.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hull Road
Alternatively, they are listed below.
Thu, 1 December 2022
Reading for today: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
Paul writes: You are children of light, children of the day. So let us not slumber but stay awake.
Pray for the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows at their Christingle tonight.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Inglemire Lane
Fri, 2 December
Reading for today: Psalms 130
My soul is waiting for the Lord, I rely on God’s promise; my soul relies on the Lord more than a night-watchman on the coming of dawn.
Pray for those whose years’ mind occurs this month.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Moorbeck Close
Sat, 3 December
Reading for today: Isaiah 43:18-21
The Lord says: Look, I am doing something new, even now it is emerging, do you not see it? Yes, I am making a way in the desert and my people will sing my praises.
Pray for all social endeavours arranged by the social committee, especially today’s Christmas Fayre.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Knapton Avenue
SUN, 4 December
Reading for today: Matthew 3:1-12
John the Baptist came, preaching in the desert of Judea and saying, “Change your lives, for the kingdom of heaven is near.”
Pray for the grace to mirror Christ’s humility.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cottingham Road
Mon, 5 December
Reading for today: Romans 14:13-19
St. Paul writes: The kingdom of God is justice and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
Pray for all who work in our local shops and businesses at this busy time of year.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Fairfax Avenue
Tue, 6 December
Reading for today:1 Peter 5:6-11
Peter writes: Cast all your anxiety on God, because God cares for you.
Pray for those who find themselves homeless at this time of year.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Balk Mews
Wed, 7 December
Reading for today: Mark 13:33-37
Jesus said: What I am saying to you I say to all: Stay awake!
Pray that we will stand up, focus and be ready to meet Christ at his second coming.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hall Road
Thu, 8 December
Reading for today: 1 John 1:1-7
John writes: This is what we have heard from Christ: God is light, in him there is no darkness at all.
Pray for those in our church family who are housebound.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Birdforth Mews
Fri, 9 December
Reading for today: Psalms 119:81-88
From the book of Psalms: My soul longs for your salvation, Lord. I hope in your word.
Pray for those who are thinking about confirmation or baptism during the next year,
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Thorgill Grove
Sat, 10 December
Reading for today: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28
Paul writes: May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through, and may your spirit, soul and body be kept blameless for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful.
Pray for God’s wisdom to guide you as you seek to find him.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Oakfield Court
SUN, 11 December
Reading for today: Matthew 11:2-15
Jesus said of John the Baptist: He is the one of whom scripture says: Look, I am going to send my messenger before you to prepare your way.
Give thanks for our choristers and altar servers as they prepare for our Christmas worship.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Burniston Road
Mon, 12 December
Reading for today: Romans 8:22-27
Paul writes: We look towards our salvation in hope. Now, to hope for what we see is not hope at all. To hope for what we do not see is to await it with constancy.
Pray for all schools holding their Christmas Concerts.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Lytham Drive
Tue, 13 December
Reading for today: 1 John 3:14-20
Let us love not just with words and in speech, but with actions and in truth.
Pray for all who find this time of year difficult.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in The Quadrant
Wed, 14 December
Reading for today: Jeremiah 17:14-17
Jeremiah said: Heal me, Lord, and I shall be healed; save me and I shall be saved, for you are my praise.
Pray for all involved in the ministry of preaching and teaching.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Woodcroft Avenue
Thu, 15 December
Reading for today: Matthew 5:13-16
Jesus said: You are the light of the world. Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.
Pray for our local emergency services who will be working over Christmas.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Rowley Grove
Fri, 16 December
Reading for today: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22
Be always joyful, pray continually and give thanks in all circumstances.
Pray for the joy of expectancy as we look beyond the world and gaze on God.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Greenwood Avenue
Sat, 17 December
Reading for today: Baruch 4:36-37
The Lord says to his people: Look and see the joy that is coming to you from God.
Pray for our MP and for the work of local councillors.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Burrill Mews
SUN, 18 December
Reading for today: Matthew 1:18-23
The Lord had spoken through the prophet: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Emmanuel, a name which means “God-with-us”.
Pray for our worship today as we lift our hearts in praise to him.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Owston Park
Mon, 19 December
Reading for today: Leviticus 26:3-13
God says to his people: I shall fix my home among you and never reject you. I shall be your God and you will be my people.
Pray for all in our local community who are homeless, hungry and cold.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cottingham Grove
Tue, 20 December
Reading for today: Sirach 34:14-17 (16-20)
The eyes of the Lord keep watch over those who love him, reviving the spirit and giving light to the eyes. God gives healing, life and blessing.
Give thanks for those who commit themselves to lay ministry in St. Alban’s.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hotham Road North
Wed, 21 December
Reading for today: Luke 1:39-45
Elizabeth said to Mary: Blessed is she who believed that the promise the Lord made her would be fulfilled.
Pray for us all as we reflect on God’s word to us in Scripture.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Westgarth Avenue
Thu, 22 December
Reading for today: Luke 1:39-56
Mary said: The Lord has filled the hungry with good things, and sent the rich away empty-handed.
Pray for those who we reach out to through our healing ministry.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Slingsby Close
Fri, 23 December
Reading for today: Hebrews 2:5-18
Because Christ himself suffered when he was put to the test, he is able to help those who are being tempted.
We belong together in Jesus Christ. Give thanks for our fellowship together in the Gospel.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cloughton Grove
Sat, 24 December Christmas Eve
Reading for today: Luke 2:1-20
The angel of the Lord said to the shepherds: Do not be afraid. I bring you news of a great joy, a joy to be shared by all the people: today a Saviour has been born to you, he is Christ the Lord.
Pray for all expectant parents and for the work of midwives and support staff.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hackforth Walk
SUN, 25 December
CHRISTMAS DAY
Reading for today: John 1:9-18
The Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen his glory.
For us the Word is made flesh. Pray for to receive Jesus and his grace.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Langtoft Grove
Mon, 26 December
ST STEPHEN
Reading for today: Acts 6:8-15,7:55-60
As they were stoning him, Stephen prayed, “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.” Then he fell on his knees and cried out, “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.” And with these words he died.
Pray for those areas of the world affected by violence.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Boldron Mews
Tue, 27 December
ST JOHN
Reading for today: 1 John 5:18-21
John writes: We are in the One who is true, as we are in his Son, Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.
Pray for all who are serving in the armed forces.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Swanland Grove
Wed, 28 December
HOLY INNOCENTS
Reading for today: Zechariah 8:11-17
The Lord says: I shall save you and you will be a blessing. Do not be afraid!
Pray for all parents who are mourning the death of their children.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Holwick Mews
Thu, 29 December
Reading for today:1 Corinthians 13:8-13
Paul writes: These three things remain: faith, hope and love. And the greatest of them is love.
Give thanks for the love that the Father lavishes on us his own children.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Carnaby Grove
Fri, 30 December
HOLY FAMILY
Reading for today: Ezekiel 16:60-63
The Lord says: I shall re-establish my covenant with you and you will know that I am God. In your confusion you will be reduced to silence when I forgive you for everything you have done.
Pray we will model our lives on those of the Holy Family.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Derwent Close
Sat, 31 December
Reading for today: Genesis 28:10-22
The Lord says: I am with you, I will watch over you wherever you go. I will not abandon you before accomplishing what I have promised you.
Give thanks to God for his blessings in the past year and look forward to 2023 with confidence.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hull Road
