The Readings and Prayer Diary for February 2023 are given below or may be downloaded using the link.
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Wed, 1 February
Reading for today: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
Praised be God who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.
Remember those in our parish who are struggling financially.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Lytham Drive
Thu, 2 February
PRESENTATION OF THE LORD
Reading for today: Luke 2:22-40
Having presented the child Jesus in the Temple, his parents returned with him to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. And as the child grew to maturity, he was filled with wisdom; and God’s favour was with him.
Pray for those who receive the Sacrament at home.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in The Quadrant
Fri, 3 February
Reading for today: Psalms 38
My guilt has overwhelmed me like a burden too heavy to bear. In you, Lord, I put my hope; you, Lord my God, will give answer.
Pray for ways in which we can build links with the parish.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Woodcroft Avenue
Sat, 4 February
Reading for today: John 13:31-35
Jesus said: Love one another just as I have loved you. By this, everyone will recognize you as my disciples.
Remember those whose years mind occurs during February.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Burrill Mews
SUN, 5 February
Reading for today: Amos 5:4,24
God says: Seek me and you shall live. Let justice flow like water, and righteousness like an unfailing stream.
Pray for Fr Graham and the members of the clergy who worship with us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Owston Park
Mon, 6 February
Reading for today: Mark 10:46-52
Jesus asked a blind man, “What do you want me to do for you?” “Rabbi, I want to see”, he replied. And Jesus said to him, “Go; your faith has saved you.”
Pray for our congregation as we find ways to support the parish.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cottingham Grove
Tue, 7 February
Reading for today: Wisdom 10:9-14
The Wisdom of God led the upright along straight paths and showed them the realities of the kingdom of God.
Pray for the all foodbanks and aid agencies.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hotham Road North
Wed, 8 February
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 pupils and staff in our schools.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Westgarth Avenue
Thu, 9 February
Reading for today: Galatians 6:1-10
Paul writes: Bear each other’s burdens and in this way you will fulfil the law of Christ.
We are called to seek God. Pray for strength to continue on his path.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Slingsby Close
Fri, 10 February
Reading for today: Isaiah 25:1-5
O God, you have been a refuge for the weak, a shelter for the needy in distress.
Pray for the elderly and housebound.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cloughton Grove
Sat, 11 February
Reading for today: Galatians 5:16-26
Paul writes: Since the Spirit is our life, let our actions be guided by the Spirit.
Pray for ways to deepen our relationship with God.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hackforth Walk
SUN, 12 February
Reading for today: Matthew 5:17-37
Jesus said: If you are bringing your offering to the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your offering there before the altar, go and be reconciled with them first, and then come back and present your offering.
Pray for a renewed sense of commitment to discipleship.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Langtoft Grove
Mon, 13 February
Reading for today: Hosea 6:3-4,6
The Lord says: I desire faithful love, not sacrifice, and acknowledgement of God rather than burnt offerings.
Pray for those struggling with low incomes.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Boldron Mews
Tue, 14 February
Reading for today: James 3:13-18
The wisdom that comes from above is pure, peaceable, kindly and considerate; it is merciful and shows itself by the good it does, nor is there any trace of partiality or hypocrisy in it.
Pray for those who give their time and talents for the benefit of our community.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Derwent Close
Wed, 15 February
Reading for today: Romans 12:14-18, 21
Paul writes: Do not repay evil with evil. Seek to do what is regarded as good by all. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
Pray for those in our community who work to keep the church moving forward.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hull Road
Thu, 16 February
Reading for today: Micah 7:18-20
Who is a God like you, Lord, pardoning sins and delighting in steadfast love?
Pray for strength to continue to seek and follow the Lord.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Swanland Grove
Fri, 17 February
Reading for today: Psalms 32
I said: I will confess my fault to God. And you took away my guilt and forgave my sin.
For those who work in our local shops and businesses.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Rowley Grove
Sat, 18 February
Isaiah 40:6-8
Isaiah said: Grass withers and flowers fade, but the word of our God will stand forever.
Pray that we recognise our talents and share them with the community.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Carnaby Grove
SUN, 19 February
Reading for today: Matthew 5:38-48
Jesus said: Love your enemies and pray for those who mistreat you, that you may be children of your Father in heaven.
Give thanks to God for Ian and Jim our churchwardens.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Holwick Mews.
Mon, 20 February
Reading for today: Romans 14:13-19
St. Paul writes: The kingdom of God is justice and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
Give thanks for all our volunteers.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Strathcona Avenue
Tue, 21 February
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.
Give thanks for all those who lead our fundraising efforts.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Brompton Close
Wed, 22 February
ASH WEDNESDAY
Reading for today: 2 Corinthians 5:20—6:2
Paul writes: We are ambassadors for Christ; it is as though God were making his appeal through us. And we implore you in the name of Christ: be reconciled to God. Now is the time of God’s favour, now is the day of salvation.
Pray for the youth organisations of our parish.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Linkfield Road
Thu, 23 February
Reading for today: Jeremiah 14:8-9
You are our hope, O God. You are among us and we are called by your name.
Give thanks for your own walk with Christ.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Welton Grove
Fri, 24 February
Reading for today: John 17:6-11
Jesus prayed to his Father for his disciples, saying: I am no longer in the world; they are in the world and I am coming to you, Holy Father. Keep those you have given me true to your name, so that they may be one as we are one.
Remember those whose faith has grown weak help them become closer to God.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Sinderby Walk
Sat, 25 February
Reading for today: Habakkuk 3:18-19
I shall rejoice in the Lord, I shall exult in God my saviour.
Pray for those who are struggling in the cold weather.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Boltby Mews
SUN, 26 February
Reading for today: Matthew 4:1-11
Jesus said to the tempter: It is written, “One does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.”
Pray for our altar servers and choristers as they play their part in our worship together.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Beeford Grove
Mon, 27 February
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 our local elected councillors and our local police officers.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Bagby Mews
Tue, 28 February
Reading for today: Psalms 51
Have mercy on me, O God, in your faithful love, in your great tenderness wipe away my offences; wash me clean from my guilt, purify me from my sin.
Pray that we all are open to the call of God and respond to his will.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Tickton Grove
MARCH
Wed, 1 March
Reading for today: Isaiah 32:15-20
Isaiah said: Once again the Lord will pour out the Spirit upon us, and my people will live in peace.
Thu, 2 March
Reading for today: Nehemiah 8:8-12
From the book of Nehemiah: Do not be sad or dejected: the joy of God is your strength.
Fri, 3 March
Reading for today: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
Blessed be God who consoles us in all our afflictions. For just as the sufferings of Christ are abundant for us, so also our consolation is abundant through Christ.
Sat, 4 March
Reading for today: Hebrews 11:1-10
Faith is the assurance of things we hope for and the certainty of realities that are unseen.
SUN, 5 March
Reading for today: Matthew 17:1-8
On the mountain where Jesus was transfigured, a bright cloud covered the disciples and a voice said: This is my beloved Son on whom my favour rests; listen to him.
Mon, 6 March
Reading for today: Jeremiah 12:1-3a
Jeremiah said: You know me, Lord, and you see me. You know that my heart is with you.
Tue, 7 March
Reading for today: Mark 11:22-25
Jesus said: When you pray, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, and your Father in heaven will forgive your sins.
Wed, 8 March
Reading for today: Zechariah 8:16-19
The Lord says: Render judgments that make for peace. Therefore love truth and peace.
Thu, 9 March
Reading for today: Exodus 22:20-21
The Lord says to his people: Do not mistreat or oppress the strangers in your midst, for you too were once strangers in the land of Egypt.
Fri, 10 March
Reading for today: Mark 10:35-45
Jesus said: The Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve, and to give his life to set many free.
Sat, 11 March
Reading for today: Luke 11:27-28
Jesus said: Happy are those who hear God’s word and put it into practice.
SUN, 12 March
Reading for today: John 4:1-14
Jesus said to the Samaritan woman: If you only knew what God is offering and who it is who is saying to you, “Give me something to drink”, you would have been the one to ask, and he would have given you living water.
Reading for today: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
Praised be God who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.
Remember those in our parish who are struggling financially.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Lytham Drive
Thu, 2 February
PRESENTATION OF THE LORD
Reading for today: Luke 2:22-40
Having presented the child Jesus in the Temple, his parents returned with him to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. And as the child grew to maturity, he was filled with wisdom; and God’s favour was with him.
Pray for those who receive the Sacrament at home.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in The Quadrant
Fri, 3 February
Reading for today: Psalms 38
My guilt has overwhelmed me like a burden too heavy to bear. In you, Lord, I put my hope; you, Lord my God, will give answer.
Pray for ways in which we can build links with the parish.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Woodcroft Avenue
Sat, 4 February
Reading for today: John 13:31-35
Jesus said: Love one another just as I have loved you. By this, everyone will recognize you as my disciples.
Remember those whose years mind occurs during February.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Burrill Mews
SUN, 5 February
Reading for today: Amos 5:4,24
God says: Seek me and you shall live. Let justice flow like water, and righteousness like an unfailing stream.
Pray for Fr Graham and the members of the clergy who worship with us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Owston Park
Mon, 6 February
Reading for today: Mark 10:46-52
Jesus asked a blind man, “What do you want me to do for you?” “Rabbi, I want to see”, he replied. And Jesus said to him, “Go; your faith has saved you.”
Pray for our congregation as we find ways to support the parish.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cottingham Grove
Tue, 7 February
Reading for today: Wisdom 10:9-14
The Wisdom of God led the upright along straight paths and showed them the realities of the kingdom of God.
Pray for the all foodbanks and aid agencies.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hotham Road North
Wed, 8 February
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 pupils and staff in our schools.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Westgarth Avenue
Thu, 9 February
Reading for today: Galatians 6:1-10
Paul writes: Bear each other’s burdens and in this way you will fulfil the law of Christ.
We are called to seek God. Pray for strength to continue on his path.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Slingsby Close
Fri, 10 February
Reading for today: Isaiah 25:1-5
O God, you have been a refuge for the weak, a shelter for the needy in distress.
Pray for the elderly and housebound.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Cloughton Grove
Sat, 11 February
Reading for today: Galatians 5:16-26
Paul writes: Since the Spirit is our life, let our actions be guided by the Spirit.
Pray for ways to deepen our relationship with God.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hackforth Walk
SUN, 12 February
Reading for today: Matthew 5:17-37
Jesus said: If you are bringing your offering to the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your offering there before the altar, go and be reconciled with them first, and then come back and present your offering.
Pray for a renewed sense of commitment to discipleship.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Langtoft Grove
Mon, 13 February
Reading for today: Hosea 6:3-4,6
The Lord says: I desire faithful love, not sacrifice, and acknowledgement of God rather than burnt offerings.
Pray for those struggling with low incomes.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Boldron Mews
Tue, 14 February
Reading for today: James 3:13-18
The wisdom that comes from above is pure, peaceable, kindly and considerate; it is merciful and shows itself by the good it does, nor is there any trace of partiality or hypocrisy in it.
Pray for those who give their time and talents for the benefit of our community.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Derwent Close
Wed, 15 February
Reading for today: Romans 12:14-18, 21
Paul writes: Do not repay evil with evil. Seek to do what is regarded as good by all. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
Pray for those in our community who work to keep the church moving forward.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hull Road
Thu, 16 February
Reading for today: Micah 7:18-20
Who is a God like you, Lord, pardoning sins and delighting in steadfast love?
Pray for strength to continue to seek and follow the Lord.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Swanland Grove
Fri, 17 February
Reading for today: Psalms 32
I said: I will confess my fault to God. And you took away my guilt and forgave my sin.
For those who work in our local shops and businesses.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Rowley Grove
Sat, 18 February
Isaiah 40:6-8
Isaiah said: Grass withers and flowers fade, but the word of our God will stand forever.
Pray that we recognise our talents and share them with the community.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Carnaby Grove
SUN, 19 February
Reading for today: Matthew 5:38-48
Jesus said: Love your enemies and pray for those who mistreat you, that you may be children of your Father in heaven.
Give thanks to God for Ian and Jim our churchwardens.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Holwick Mews.
Mon, 20 February
Reading for today: Romans 14:13-19
St. Paul writes: The kingdom of God is justice and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
Give thanks for all our volunteers.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Strathcona Avenue
Tue, 21 February
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.
Give thanks for all those who lead our fundraising efforts.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Brompton Close
Wed, 22 February
ASH WEDNESDAY
Reading for today: 2 Corinthians 5:20—6:2
Paul writes: We are ambassadors for Christ; it is as though God were making his appeal through us. And we implore you in the name of Christ: be reconciled to God. Now is the time of God’s favour, now is the day of salvation.
Pray for the youth organisations of our parish.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Linkfield Road
Thu, 23 February
Reading for today: Jeremiah 14:8-9
You are our hope, O God. You are among us and we are called by your name.
Give thanks for your own walk with Christ.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Welton Grove
Fri, 24 February
Reading for today: John 17:6-11
Jesus prayed to his Father for his disciples, saying: I am no longer in the world; they are in the world and I am coming to you, Holy Father. Keep those you have given me true to your name, so that they may be one as we are one.
Remember those whose faith has grown weak help them become closer to God.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Sinderby Walk
Sat, 25 February
Reading for today: Habakkuk 3:18-19
I shall rejoice in the Lord, I shall exult in God my saviour.
Pray for those who are struggling in the cold weather.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Boltby Mews
SUN, 26 February
Reading for today: Matthew 4:1-11
Jesus said to the tempter: It is written, “One does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.”
Pray for our altar servers and choristers as they play their part in our worship together.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Beeford Grove
Mon, 27 February
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 our local elected councillors and our local police officers.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Bagby Mews
Tue, 28 February
Reading for today: Psalms 51
Have mercy on me, O God, in your faithful love, in your great tenderness wipe away my offences; wash me clean from my guilt, purify me from my sin.
Pray that we all are open to the call of God and respond to his will.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Tickton Grove
MARCH
Wed, 1 March
Reading for today: Isaiah 32:15-20
Isaiah said: Once again the Lord will pour out the Spirit upon us, and my people will live in peace.
Thu, 2 March
Reading for today: Nehemiah 8:8-12
From the book of Nehemiah: Do not be sad or dejected: the joy of God is your strength.
Fri, 3 March
Reading for today: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
Blessed be God who consoles us in all our afflictions. For just as the sufferings of Christ are abundant for us, so also our consolation is abundant through Christ.
Sat, 4 March
Reading for today: Hebrews 11:1-10
Faith is the assurance of things we hope for and the certainty of realities that are unseen.
SUN, 5 March
Reading for today: Matthew 17:1-8
On the mountain where Jesus was transfigured, a bright cloud covered the disciples and a voice said: This is my beloved Son on whom my favour rests; listen to him.
Mon, 6 March
Reading for today: Jeremiah 12:1-3a
Jeremiah said: You know me, Lord, and you see me. You know that my heart is with you.
Tue, 7 March
Reading for today: Mark 11:22-25
Jesus said: When you pray, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, and your Father in heaven will forgive your sins.
Wed, 8 March
Reading for today: Zechariah 8:16-19
The Lord says: Render judgments that make for peace. Therefore love truth and peace.
Thu, 9 March
Reading for today: Exodus 22:20-21
The Lord says to his people: Do not mistreat or oppress the strangers in your midst, for you too were once strangers in the land of Egypt.
Fri, 10 March
Reading for today: Mark 10:35-45
Jesus said: The Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve, and to give his life to set many free.
Sat, 11 March
Reading for today: Luke 11:27-28
Jesus said: Happy are those who hear God’s word and put it into practice.
SUN, 12 March
Reading for today: John 4:1-14
Jesus said to the Samaritan woman: If you only knew what God is offering and who it is who is saying to you, “Give me something to drink”, you would have been the one to ask, and he would have given you living water.
