World
Haiti
Pray that the gang violence in this country would be brought under control; and that the Haitian government and police forces would be effective in restoring order.
Libya
Pray that as this nation seeks to recover from the recent floods, that the authorities might be effective in combatting and avoiding the threat of water borne diseases.
Iran
Pray that the law makers in this country would bring more freedom to women and not take those freedoms away.
National and local
Pray for all levels of government to lead with integrity and wisdom, and to use the many resources we have for the good of all people. This week we focus on the federal level and pray for the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and our local member Lisa Chesters as well as all members of federal parliament.
Pray that our sporting fields will be a safe place for all people to enjoy without bullying or intimidating behaviour.
Pray for those suffering from drug addiction – for an end to the spiral they are caught in and for a new sense of hope and security.
Pray for our emergency services who often work in traumatic situations and for long hours.
Pray for our retail industry and the valuable role they play in our local community.
Church and mission
Diocese
Pray for our prison chaplains and the prisoners they minister to.
Parish
Pray for opportunities for each one of us to be witnesses to Jesus in our community groups.
Pray for deepening relationships and spiritual growth in our small group ministries.
Pray for Trev, our wardens and parish council as together we seek to be wise stewards of the resources given us at HT.
Give thanks for HT volunteers who contributed to the success of this years Bendigo Winter Night Shelter, and pray for a fruitful board review day.
Mission
Pray for OPM Fiona Preston & her community ministry and at Tarrengower chaplaincy
Pray for our link missionaries Tim & Olivia Mulherin for opportunities to serve and disciple in Cambodia.
Persecuted Church
LAOS: Pray for Christians in Laos to be bold in sharing their faith, despite the pressure they receive from their government and community; and for new believers to stand strong in Christ and hold fast to His promises.
Personal
Sick and in need
Brian Stanmore, Val Densworth, Gavin Hicks, Wes Smith, Elsie Langley, Kate Vinicombe, Melissa Nemoto, Anne Sanderson, Brian & Gwenda Allen, Robyn Bullen, Glenda Waddington and any others known to us.
Deceased
Eric Jencke and Marcia Taylor