Sunday (18th and 25th)
¨ For the launch today of ‘thegiftfm’, the Lindfield Christian radio station transmitting over the Christmas period, as they ’unwrap the meaning of Christmas’.
¨ For services on 18th at Crossways (Ray and Rosemary Tijou); Compton House (Bryan Barnes); Summerlands (John and Sue Mummery); Walstead Place (Andrew Nunn).
¨ For the service (25th) at Compton House (John Barling).
¨ For the Christmas Family Service at 10.30am and the Carol Services at 4.30pm and 6.30pm (18th); May we, and all visitors, welcome Jesus with gladness, making room for Him, in our hearts and homes.
¨ For the Christmas Day services at 8am, 9.30am and 11am. May these acts of worship recapture a sense of wonder as we worship the Creator of the Universe coming to us as a new-born baby, pray that all who come may find their hearts receptive to the love, grace and new life that Jesus brings to us.
Monday (19th and 26th)
¨ For all those for whom Christmas is difficult or painful because of loneliness, bereavement, singleness, family breakdown, family separation, ill health and pain. Pray that The Light of Christ would gladden their hearts and lift their spirits.
¨ Shirley Taylor would like to say a big ‘thank you’ for all the cards and messages and above all, the prayers; she is so thankful to say no further treatment is required.
¨ For those who are not listed here but are facing life-threatening illnesses; and for loved ones who feel anxious and helpless.
Tuesday (20th and 27th)
¨ For the Clergy and Readers and their families at this time, for good health and the stamina needed to cope with all the extra busyness.
¨ For the service on the 20th at Arthur Bliss House (Frank and Pam Orna Ornstein).
¨ For the Open House Carol Concert this afternoon (20th).
¨ For all who will be working over the Christmas/New Year period. For all the emergency services, police and prison staff, coast-guards, fire-fighters, paramedics, medical staff in hospitals and residential homes. Pray especially for those in the church family who will be affected.
Wednesday (21st and 28th)
¨ For the young people amongst us, many not named here, but who nonetheless struggle with health issues.
¨ For our Mission Partners spread across the world, separated this Christmas from family and friends. (See p.4).
Thursday (22nd and 29th)
¨ For young people in our community and especially those from All Saints. Pray against influences which could potentially involve them in: alcohol/drugs abuse; inappropriate sexual activities; or violent behaviour. Pray for our young people; that they may be strengthened to enable them to make a stand against these things; pray god will give them strength and determination.
Friday (23rd and 30th)
¨ For the Christingle making in the Lounge (23rd).
¨ For the older members of our All Saints family, that they would feel loved cherished and cared for during Christmas.
¨ For those in Nursing Homes, some might not have family close by and may remain unvisited over Christmas.
Saturday (24th and 31st)
¨ For the Christingle Services at 3.30pm and 5pm and for the Midnight Communion (24th). May Jesus, the light of the world, shine His light into our hearts showing us all the way to everlasting salvation.
¨ For the Churchwardens and those who act as welcomers; for those who prepare the Church and Tiger.
¨ For the launch today of ‘thegiftfm’, the Lindfield Christian radio station transmitting over the Christmas period, as they ’unwrap the meaning of Christmas’.
¨ For services on 18th at Crossways (Ray and Rosemary Tijou); Compton House (Bryan Barnes); Summerlands (John and Sue Mummery); Walstead Place (Andrew Nunn).
¨ For the service (25th) at Compton House (John Barling).
¨ For the Christmas Family Service at 10.30am and the Carol Services at 4.30pm and 6.30pm (18th); May we, and all visitors, welcome Jesus with gladness, making room for Him, in our hearts and homes.
¨ For the Christmas Day services at 8am, 9.30am and 11am. May these acts of worship recapture a sense of wonder as we worship the Creator of the Universe coming to us as a new-born baby, pray that all who come may find their hearts receptive to the love, grace and new life that Jesus brings to us.
Monday (19th and 26th)
¨ For all those for whom Christmas is difficult or painful because of loneliness, bereavement, singleness, family breakdown, family separation, ill health and pain. Pray that The Light of Christ would gladden their hearts and lift their spirits.
¨ Shirley Taylor would like to say a big ‘thank you’ for all the cards and messages and above all, the prayers; she is so thankful to say no further treatment is required.
¨ For those who are not listed here but are facing life-threatening illnesses; and for loved ones who feel anxious and helpless.
Tuesday (20th and 27th)
¨ For the Clergy and Readers and their families at this time, for good health and the stamina needed to cope with all the extra busyness.
¨ For the service on the 20th at Arthur Bliss House (Frank and Pam Orna Ornstein).
¨ For the Open House Carol Concert this afternoon (20th).
¨ For all who will be working over the Christmas/New Year period. For all the emergency services, police and prison staff, coast-guards, fire-fighters, paramedics, medical staff in hospitals and residential homes. Pray especially for those in the church family who will be affected.
Wednesday (21st and 28th)
¨ For the young people amongst us, many not named here, but who nonetheless struggle with health issues.
¨ For our Mission Partners spread across the world, separated this Christmas from family and friends. (See p.4).
Thursday (22nd and 29th)
¨ For young people in our community and especially those from All Saints. Pray against influences which could potentially involve them in: alcohol/drugs abuse; inappropriate sexual activities; or violent behaviour. Pray for our young people; that they may be strengthened to enable them to make a stand against these things; pray god will give them strength and determination.
Friday (23rd and 30th)
¨ For the Christingle making in the Lounge (23rd).
¨ For the older members of our All Saints family, that they would feel loved cherished and cared for during Christmas.
¨ For those in Nursing Homes, some might not have family close by and may remain unvisited over Christmas.
Saturday (24th and 31st)
¨ For the Christingle Services at 3.30pm and 5pm and for the Midnight Communion (24th). May Jesus, the light of the world, shine His light into our hearts showing us all the way to everlasting salvation.
¨ For the Churchwardens and those who act as welcomers; for those who prepare the Church and Tiger.
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