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Tuesday 1
Henry, John, and Henry Venn the younger, Priests, Evangelical Divines, 1797, 1813 and 1873
We are invited to pray for CofEB's bid for national funding.
Gracious God,
You plant dreams in your people
and call us to walk by faith, not by sight.
Thank you for your gift of a vision of churches growing in each community,
and lives transformed by the power of the gospel.
As we await the outcome of our bid for National Funding,
anchor us in hope, guard us from fear, and strengthen our unity in Christ.
Give us courage to follow where you lead, joy to serve you together,
and imagination to understand what is possible through your Spirit.
May our churches grow younger, more diverse, and deeper in love,
and may your Kingdom come in Birmingham and beyond.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord,
Amen
Wednesday 2
Plastic Free July
Dear Lord, guide us to care for this earth and treat it with the love with which it was created.
Allow us to preserve it for future generations; reduce our plastic consumption; reuse what we already have and recycle what we no longer need.
Amen
Thursday 3
Thomas the Apostle
Dear God, fill my heart with your joy and peace, allowing me to find joy in every circumstance of my life. Help me to see the blessings around me and to approach each day with a grateful heart.
Amen
Friday 4
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you with heavy hearts, praying for peace to fill our world. We ask for your divine intervention to bring an end to conflicts, violence, and hatred. May your peace reign in the hearts of leaders and individuals worldwide.
Amen
Saturday 5
Bishop Michael invites us to pray for the ordination of deacons and priests at Birmingham Cathedral today,
God our Father, Lord of all the world, through your Son, you have called us into the fellowship of your universal church. Hear our prayer for your faithful people, that in their vocation and ministry, each may be an instrument of your love and give to your servants now to be ordained the needful gifts of grace through our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, who is alive and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever.
Amen
Sunday 6
Thomas More, Scholar, and John Fisher, Bishop of Rochester, Reformation Martyrs, 1535
Lucille Arlidge, The Parish of St Matthew with St Chad, invites us to pray,
We thank you Lord for all who turn to the Church in their times of need, especially for services of Baptism, Marriage and Funerals. Guide all who welcome, support and serve in your name.
Amen
Monday 7
Heavenly Father, guide Christ Church, Summerfield, as they seek your wisdom and vision for 2026-2029. Bless their plans, unify their hearts, and lead them to serve your purpose faithfully.
Amen
Tuesday 8
Olwyn Powell, SS Peter & Paul Water Orton invites us to pray,
Loving God, we pray for children and young people to receive the support and information they need to use the internet and social media safely and confidently. Please help parents, carers, teachers, and other responsible adults to encourage them in this.
Amen
Wednesday 9
Today there is a Lobby of MPs at the Houses of Parliament: "Act Now, Change for Ever, For People, Climate and Nature." John Nightingale invites us to pray,
Lord we ask you to bring people of faith together to meet their MPs today, and on other occasions, and to press for greener and fairer policies.
Amen
Thursday 10
Dear Lord, bless our parish treasurers with wisdom, strength, and guidance as they embrace new responsibilities, trusting in your support to serve our community faithfully.
Amen
Friday 11
Benedict of Nursia, Abbot of Monte Cassino, Father of Western Monasticism, c.550
Dear Creator, deepen our gratitude for all you have made and awaken in us a renewed commitment to care for our people and our parishes in CofE Birmingham.
Amen
Saturday 12
International Day of Hope
Prayer today is inspired by Psalm 130:5
"I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope."
God of hope, as we wait for You with our whole being, anchor us in Your word and fill us with steadfast trust in Your promises.
Amen
Sunday 13
Heavenly Father, we thank you for your divine protection over our city, families, and our neighbours. Strengthen those who work tirelessly to safeguard our streets. Let your presence be a shield of safety and comfort for us all, and we will be ever grateful.
Amen
Monday 14
John Keble, Priest, Tractarian, Poet, 1866
Lord, please bless Gas Street South youth ministry, guiding and enriching it so that the youth are drawn closer to you, fostering faith, growth, and a vibrant community for your glory.
Amen
Tuesday 15
Swithun, Bishop of Winchester, c.862
World Youth Skills Day
Dear God, please provide young people with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities they need to thrive and reach their full potential in life.
Amen
Wednesday 16
Osmund, Bishop of Salisbury, 1099
Lucille Arlidge, The Parish of St Matthew with St Chad, invites us to pray,
We thank you for welcoming us as partners in your mission to call all people home to you.
Amen
Thursday 17
O Lord, we pray that the friends and family of the young people at St Mary’s Lighthouse Church, Pype Hayes, be drawn to small groups and find meaningful connection within the church community.
Amen
Friday 18
Elizabeth Ferard, first Deaconess of the Church of England, Founder of the Community of St Andrew, 1883
Nelson Mandela Day
Loving God, on this day we give thanks for the life of Nelson Mandela.
He led a nation on a long walk to freedom.
He fought for reconciliation and not retribution.
He argued for peace in place of war.
Let the work of Nelson Mandela continue in and through us.
Amen
Saturday 19
Gregory, Bishop of Nyssa, and his sister Macrina, Deaconess, Teachers of the Faith, c.394 and c.379
Canon Claire Laland, Malawi Task Group, invites us to pray for those involved with the holiday lodges in Malawi where they are seeking to combine an environmental education programme with eco-tourism initiatives.
Creator God, we give thanks for the opportunity to leave a lasting positive mark on communities.
Amen
Sunday 20
Margaret of Antioch, Martyr, 4th century
John Nightingale, Footsteps, invites us to pray,
Lord, we thank you for the five eco-action projects of the Birmingham Faith Climate Partnership set up in the last year and so far mostly involving Muslims and Christians; we pray that in the coming year Sikh, Hindu, Buddhist and Jewish groups may also become involved and work together to care for the earth.
Amen
Monday 21
Almighty God, please bless the Safe Spaces for Young People clusters, guiding their growth and fostering strong, supportive relationships that nurture and uplift the youth across our city.
Amen
Tuesday 22
Mary Magdalene
Lord Jesus Christ,
We thank You for the faithful leaders You have raised up in the Church of England Birmingham.
May they be rooted in Your word, led by Your Spirit, and shaped by Your cross.
Strengthen them to lead with humility, courage, and hope,
so that together we may bear witness to Your kingdom in every community.
Amen
Wednesday 23
Bridget of Sweden, Abbess of Vadstena, 1373
Janice Wones, St Laurence, Northfield
Lord Jesus, who wandered the paths and trackways of Judea, Galilee and Samaria, bless those who provide accommodation for today's travellers. Give them caring hearts, welcoming smiles, strong hands and unlimited energy. May their visitors and guests express their gratitude for all that is done for them.
Amen
Thursday 24
Heavenly Father, please provide comfort and financial relief to those struggling with bills. Grant them hope, wisdom, and your unfailing support during these challenging times.
Amen
Friday 25
James the Apostle
Dear Lord, please bless the CofEB Building Surveyors project with constructive feedback from parishes, guiding its growth and ensuring it meets future needs.
Amen
Saturday 26
Anne and Joachim, Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Lucille Arlidge, The Parish of St Matthew with St Chad, invites us to pray,
Lord we pray for all who have come to faith, come to confirmation and come to hear God’s calling to ministry will be faithful and true.
Amen
Sunday 27
Brooke Foss Westcott, Bishop of Durham, Teacher of the Faith, 1901
Creator God, we thank you for the beautiful tapestry of cultures that enrich our city and region. May we celebrate and honor the traditions, languages, and customs of all who call this place home.
Amen.
Monday 28
We thank you God for all who have come to faith in Jesus Christ, all those who have committed themselves to serve in CofEB and dedicated themselves to the service of the Church through Jesus.
Amen
Tuesday 29
Mary, Martha and Lazarus, Companions of Our Lord
Prayer today is inspired by International Day of Friendship on 30 July
Lord we pray for the health and well-being of our friends and neighbours. Bless them with vitality, joy, and a body that is resilient. May your healing touch be upon them, restoring strength and bringing comfort.
Amen
Wednesday 30
William Wilberforce, Social Reformer, Olaudah Equiano and Thomas Clarkson, Anti-Slavery Campaigners, 1833, 1797 and 1846
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
Heavenly Father, protect and safeguard our vulnerable communities, especially innocent children and marginalized individuals from human trafficking. Wrap them in your loving embrace and guide them to safety.
Amen
Thursday 31
Ignatius of Loyola, Founder of the Society of Jesus, 1556
We all experience feelings of loneliness, uncertainty, or lack of confidence at times, but it's important to pause, reflect on what we have, cherish the present moment, and thank God for his unfailing love.
Lord, in moments of loneliness or doubt, help us to pause, give thanks for what we have, and rest in the assurance of Your unfailing love. Amen
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