Sentence for the Week
The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.
Romans 5:5
Romans 5:5
Collect for Reflection
Transforming God, you brought the church to birth through the gift of the Holy Spirit; empower us by that same Spirit. Grant the courage of the first disciples to proclaim your life giving love to all.
Through your Son, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
AMEN.
Through your Son, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
AMEN.
Praying this week for....
- Peace in the Middle East and wherever there is conflict and the suffering and pain brought about by war, hatred and bitterness. We also pray for those who are the victims of terrorist attacks.
- All those with sickness and ill health in our parish, that they may have God's healing and blessings in their lives and be returned to full health.
- The homeless, the poor and the hungry, and the needy in our communities throughout Southland, particularly the crippled and the battered and bruised.
- Takitimu Resthome, the residents, staff and management, for all those with sickness and those that are unable to get about, that God may bless their lives and keep them safe.
- We give thanks for the support given to each other in our parish, wherever someone is in need of help, care, encouragement and love. Give thanks that we all can help.
