Mon, 1 February
Reading for today: John 8:28-36
Jesus said: I do nothing of myself, but I say what the Father has taught me, and the one who sent me is with me.
Pray for strength to reach the place of rest promised in the scriptures.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Chanterlands Avenue
Tue, 2 February
PRESENTATION OF THE LORD (CANDLEMASS)
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.
Ask for God’s guidance as you seek to bring people to Christ.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Reeth Walk
Wed, 3 February
Reading for today: Jeremiah 31:23-25
The Lord says: I shall give in abundance to the weary and fill those whose strength has gone.
Jesus has called us to follow him. Pray for humility to understand his calling on each of us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Skelton Avenue
Thu, 4 February
Reading for today: Colossians 3:8-11
You have put on a new self that is being renewed in the image of its Creator. Here there is no room for distinction between persons; there is only Christ, who is all and in all.
Pray for the future of our church, for a revival in discipleship and a desire for mission.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Formby Close
Fri, 5 February
Reading for today: Psalms 51
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Pray for those who work and study in our schools may they achieve their aims.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Keswick Gardens
Sat, 6 February
Reading for today: John 5:24-27
Jesus said: Whoever listens to my words, and believes in the one who sent me, has eternal life; without being brought to judgement such a person has passed from death to life.
Remember those whose years mind occurs during February.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Oldstead Avenue
SUN, 7 February
Reading for today: Mark 1:29-39
Very early, long before dawn, Jesus got up and went to a deserted place and there he prayed. When the disciples found him, he said to them, “Let us go on to the neighbouring towns, so that I may proclaim the message there also.”
Pray for our servers and choristers, giving thanks for their future contribution to our worship.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hainsworth Park
Mon, 8 February
Reading for today: Psalms 94:14-22
When I say, “I am slipping,” your faithful love, Lord, supports me.
Give thanks to God for St. Alban’s and pray for our role amongst the churches in Hull.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Barrington Avenue
Tue, 9 February
Reading for today: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22
See that people do not pay back evil for evil, but always seek what is good, both among yourselves and for others.
May we be able to see the world as God sees it; un-blinkered and with a desire for engagement.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Fairfield Road
Wed, 10 February
Reading for today: Matthew 19:27-29
Jesus said: Anyone who leaves everything for my sake will receive much more and will inherit eternal life.
Pray for all those seeking spiritual direction and all who cannot define what they seek.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Redhill Park
Thu, 11 February
Reading for today: James 1:22-25
James writes: Do not only listen to the Word, put it into practice.
Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. Pray for strength to follow Him, even through difficult times.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Etton Grove
Fri, 12 February
Reading for today: Romans 14:7-15
While we live, as when we die, we belong to the Lord. For Christ died and returned to life that he might be Lord of both the dead and the living.
Pray that we will always carry the light of Christ in our hearts.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Sylvia Close
Sat, 13 February
Reading for today: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13
Paul writes: May there be no divisions among you. Be closely united in mind and thought.
Pray for the P.C.C.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Ebberston Grove
SUN, 14 February
Reading for today: Mark 1:40-45
A leper came to Jesus and said, “If you are willing, you can cleanse me.” Filled with compassion, Jesus stretched out his hand and touched him, saying, “I am willing. Be clean!”
Remember all those preparing for marriage this year.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Wensley Avenue
Mon, 15 February
Reading for today: Psalms 130
If you, Lord, remember all our sins, who could survive? But with you there is forgiveness; I adore you and hope in you.
Pray for the housebound.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Millers Walk
Tue, 16 February
Reading for today: Deuteronomy 4:29-31
The Lord your God is a merciful God who will not forsake you.
Pray for all affected by COVID 19.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Weighton Grove
Wed, 17 February
ASH WEDNESDAY
Reading for today: Matthew 6:1-6
Jesus said: When you give, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your generosity be secret. And your Father, who sees all that is done in secret, will reward you.
When we are tempted to turn aside and follow other paths and creeds, give us strength to continue on the Way.
Merchant Way
Thu, 18 February
Reading for today: 1 Corinthians 2:12-16
We have not received the spirit of the world but the Spirit that comes from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us.
For the Social Committee as they hope to plan events over the current year.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Askrigg Walk
Fri, 19 February
Reading for today: Luke 4:1-13
Jesus said to the tempter, “It is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, him alone must you serve.’”
Pray for growth in discipleship and growth in numbers.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Ely Park
Sat, 20 February
Reading for today: Philippians 4:12-20
Paul writes: I have learnt to make the best of every situation. I face all things with the help of Christ, who gives me strength.
Pray for our altar servers and Eucharistic ministers. Are you called towards this?
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Endike Lane
SUN, 21 February
Reading for today: Mark 1:12-15
Jesus came into Galilee proclaiming the Gospel of God. “The time has come,” he said, “the kingdom of God is at hand. Turn to God and believe in the good news of the Gospel.”
Remember those who preach and teach the Word of God in St. Alban’s.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in St Mary’s Avenue
Mon, 22 February
Reading for today: Matthew 6:31-34
Jesus said: Strive first for the kingdom of God and God’s righteousness. Do not worry about tomorrow.
As we look towards the future, pray for our continued growth and development.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Marton Grove
Tue, 23 February
Reading for today: Hebrews 13:14-19
Keep doing good works and sharing your resources, for these are the kinds of sacrifice that please God.
For our congregation: may we never be afraid to profess our faith.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Welburn Grove
Wed, 24 February
Reading for today: 2 Timothy 1:12-14
Paul writes to Timothy: With the help of the Holy Spirit who dwells in us, keep safe the good deposit of faith given to you.
Pray for the chaplains in our local hospitals all healing services
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Skidby Grove
Thu, 25 February
Reading for today: James 2:1-5
God has chosen those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom he promised to those who love him.
By reading scripture and praying, may our faith be strengthened and deepened.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hartoft Road
Fri, 26 February
Reading for today: John 8:31-36
Jesus said: Everyone who commits sin is a slave to sin. Now a slave has no permanent place, but a child of the house belongs to it for ever. So if the Son sets you free, you will indeed be free.
Pray for those who don’t yet know Christ, let him become real to them.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in St Anne’s Drive
Sat, 27 February
Reading for today: Romans 12:1-13
Paul writes: Do not model yourselves on the pattern of this world, but let yourselves be transformed by the renewing of your mind so that you may discern the will of God.
Give thanks for the work of God in creation:
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Langdale Avenue
SUN, 28 February
Reading for today: Mark 9:2-10
Jesus was transfigured in the presence of his disciples. And a cloud covered them with its shadow, and from the cloud a voice came, saying, “This is my beloved Son; listen to him.”
Let us revere Christ in our hearts and remain faithful to his teaching.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Kenilworth Avenue
MARCH
Mon, 1 March
Reading for today: Isaiah 43:18-21
God says: I have put water in the desert for my people to drink. The people I have formed for myself will sing my praises.
Tue, 2 March
Reading for today: 1 Peter 3:13-17
Peter writes: If you suffer for what is right then you are blessed! Do not be frightened. Simply proclaim the Lord Christ holy in your hearts.
Wed, 3 March
Reading for today: 1 Peter 1:22-25
Peter writes: By your obedience to the truth, you have purified yourselves so that you have sincere love for one another. Love each other deeply and from the heart.
Thu, 4 March
Reading for today: Romans 15:1-6
May the God of perseverance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves, so that with one heart and one voice you may glorify God.
Fri, 5 March
Reading for today: Luke 19:1-10
Jesus said: The Son of man has come to seek out and save what was lost.
Sat, 6 March
Reading for today: 1 John 2:12-17
The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever.
SUN, 7 March
Reading for today: 1 Corinthians 1:22-25
Paul writes: We proclaim Christ crucified, which to the nations is foolishness, but to those whom God has called it is Christ, the strength and the wisdom of God.
Reading for today: John 8:28-36
Jesus said: I do nothing of myself, but I say what the Father has taught me, and the one who sent me is with me.
Pray for strength to reach the place of rest promised in the scriptures.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Chanterlands Avenue
Tue, 2 February
PRESENTATION OF THE LORD (CANDLEMASS)
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.
Ask for God’s guidance as you seek to bring people to Christ.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Reeth Walk
Wed, 3 February
Reading for today: Jeremiah 31:23-25
The Lord says: I shall give in abundance to the weary and fill those whose strength has gone.
Jesus has called us to follow him. Pray for humility to understand his calling on each of us.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Skelton Avenue
Thu, 4 February
Reading for today: Colossians 3:8-11
You have put on a new self that is being renewed in the image of its Creator. Here there is no room for distinction between persons; there is only Christ, who is all and in all.
Pray for the future of our church, for a revival in discipleship and a desire for mission.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Formby Close
Fri, 5 February
Reading for today: Psalms 51
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Pray for those who work and study in our schools may they achieve their aims.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Keswick Gardens
Sat, 6 February
Reading for today: John 5:24-27
Jesus said: Whoever listens to my words, and believes in the one who sent me, has eternal life; without being brought to judgement such a person has passed from death to life.
Remember those whose years mind occurs during February.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Oldstead Avenue
SUN, 7 February
Reading for today: Mark 1:29-39
Very early, long before dawn, Jesus got up and went to a deserted place and there he prayed. When the disciples found him, he said to them, “Let us go on to the neighbouring towns, so that I may proclaim the message there also.”
Pray for our servers and choristers, giving thanks for their future contribution to our worship.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hainsworth Park
Mon, 8 February
Reading for today: Psalms 94:14-22
When I say, “I am slipping,” your faithful love, Lord, supports me.
Give thanks to God for St. Alban’s and pray for our role amongst the churches in Hull.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Barrington Avenue
Tue, 9 February
Reading for today: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22
See that people do not pay back evil for evil, but always seek what is good, both among yourselves and for others.
May we be able to see the world as God sees it; un-blinkered and with a desire for engagement.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Fairfield Road
Wed, 10 February
Reading for today: Matthew 19:27-29
Jesus said: Anyone who leaves everything for my sake will receive much more and will inherit eternal life.
Pray for all those seeking spiritual direction and all who cannot define what they seek.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Redhill Park
Thu, 11 February
Reading for today: James 1:22-25
James writes: Do not only listen to the Word, put it into practice.
Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. Pray for strength to follow Him, even through difficult times.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Etton Grove
Fri, 12 February
Reading for today: Romans 14:7-15
While we live, as when we die, we belong to the Lord. For Christ died and returned to life that he might be Lord of both the dead and the living.
Pray that we will always carry the light of Christ in our hearts.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Sylvia Close
Sat, 13 February
Reading for today: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13
Paul writes: May there be no divisions among you. Be closely united in mind and thought.
Pray for the P.C.C.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Ebberston Grove
SUN, 14 February
Reading for today: Mark 1:40-45
A leper came to Jesus and said, “If you are willing, you can cleanse me.” Filled with compassion, Jesus stretched out his hand and touched him, saying, “I am willing. Be clean!”
Remember all those preparing for marriage this year.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Wensley Avenue
Mon, 15 February
Reading for today: Psalms 130
If you, Lord, remember all our sins, who could survive? But with you there is forgiveness; I adore you and hope in you.
Pray for the housebound.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Millers Walk
Tue, 16 February
Reading for today: Deuteronomy 4:29-31
The Lord your God is a merciful God who will not forsake you.
Pray for all affected by COVID 19.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Weighton Grove
Wed, 17 February
ASH WEDNESDAY
Reading for today: Matthew 6:1-6
Jesus said: When you give, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your generosity be secret. And your Father, who sees all that is done in secret, will reward you.
When we are tempted to turn aside and follow other paths and creeds, give us strength to continue on the Way.
Merchant Way
Thu, 18 February
Reading for today: 1 Corinthians 2:12-16
We have not received the spirit of the world but the Spirit that comes from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us.
For the Social Committee as they hope to plan events over the current year.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Askrigg Walk
Fri, 19 February
Reading for today: Luke 4:1-13
Jesus said to the tempter, “It is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, him alone must you serve.’”
Pray for growth in discipleship and growth in numbers.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Ely Park
Sat, 20 February
Reading for today: Philippians 4:12-20
Paul writes: I have learnt to make the best of every situation. I face all things with the help of Christ, who gives me strength.
Pray for our altar servers and Eucharistic ministers. Are you called towards this?
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Endike Lane
SUN, 21 February
Reading for today: Mark 1:12-15
Jesus came into Galilee proclaiming the Gospel of God. “The time has come,” he said, “the kingdom of God is at hand. Turn to God and believe in the good news of the Gospel.”
Remember those who preach and teach the Word of God in St. Alban’s.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in St Mary’s Avenue
Mon, 22 February
Reading for today: Matthew 6:31-34
Jesus said: Strive first for the kingdom of God and God’s righteousness. Do not worry about tomorrow.
As we look towards the future, pray for our continued growth and development.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Marton Grove
Tue, 23 February
Reading for today: Hebrews 13:14-19
Keep doing good works and sharing your resources, for these are the kinds of sacrifice that please God.
For our congregation: may we never be afraid to profess our faith.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Welburn Grove
Wed, 24 February
Reading for today: 2 Timothy 1:12-14
Paul writes to Timothy: With the help of the Holy Spirit who dwells in us, keep safe the good deposit of faith given to you.
Pray for the chaplains in our local hospitals all healing services
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Skidby Grove
Thu, 25 February
Reading for today: James 2:1-5
God has chosen those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom he promised to those who love him.
By reading scripture and praying, may our faith be strengthened and deepened.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Hartoft Road
Fri, 26 February
Reading for today: John 8:31-36
Jesus said: Everyone who commits sin is a slave to sin. Now a slave has no permanent place, but a child of the house belongs to it for ever. So if the Son sets you free, you will indeed be free.
Pray for those who don’t yet know Christ, let him become real to them.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in St Anne’s Drive
Sat, 27 February
Reading for today: Romans 12:1-13
Paul writes: Do not model yourselves on the pattern of this world, but let yourselves be transformed by the renewing of your mind so that you may discern the will of God.
Give thanks for the work of God in creation:
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Langdale Avenue
SUN, 28 February
Reading for today: Mark 9:2-10
Jesus was transfigured in the presence of his disciples. And a cloud covered them with its shadow, and from the cloud a voice came, saying, “This is my beloved Son; listen to him.”
Let us revere Christ in our hearts and remain faithful to his teaching.
Today in our parish we pray for all who live in Kenilworth Avenue
MARCH
Mon, 1 March
Reading for today: Isaiah 43:18-21
God says: I have put water in the desert for my people to drink. The people I have formed for myself will sing my praises.
Tue, 2 March
Reading for today: 1 Peter 3:13-17
Peter writes: If you suffer for what is right then you are blessed! Do not be frightened. Simply proclaim the Lord Christ holy in your hearts.
Wed, 3 March
Reading for today: 1 Peter 1:22-25
Peter writes: By your obedience to the truth, you have purified yourselves so that you have sincere love for one another. Love each other deeply and from the heart.
Thu, 4 March
Reading for today: Romans 15:1-6
May the God of perseverance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves, so that with one heart and one voice you may glorify God.
Fri, 5 March
Reading for today: Luke 19:1-10
Jesus said: The Son of man has come to seek out and save what was lost.
Sat, 6 March
Reading for today: 1 John 2:12-17
The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever.
SUN, 7 March
Reading for today: 1 Corinthians 1:22-25
Paul writes: We proclaim Christ crucified, which to the nations is foolishness, but to those whom God has called it is Christ, the strength and the wisdom of God.
