Prayer list
Tuesday 4 November 2025 at 1pm
Leader: Nigel Thonger
Prayer of Adoration or Praise:
We say together …….. Psalm 108
Silent Confession: ……………..…
followed by words of forgiveness and pardon (Leader)
Prayer of Thanksgiving: We say together …
Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up ourselves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honour and glory throughout all ages. Amen.
Verses for reflection : Hebrews 7: 15-25 (Jesus like Melchizedek)
15 And what we have said is even more clear if another priest like Melchizedek appears, 16 one who has become a priest not on the basis of a regulation as to his ancestry but on the basis of the power of an indestructible life. 17 For it is declared: “You are a priest forever, in the order of Melchizedek.” 18 The former regulation is set aside because it was weak and useless 19 (for the law made nothing perfect), and a better hope is introduced, by which we draw near to God. 20 And it was not without an oath! Others became priests without any oath, 21 but he became a priest with an oath when God said to him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind: ‘You are a priest forever.’ ” 22 Because of this oath, Jesus has become the guarantor of a better covenant. 23 Now there have been many of those priests, since death prevented them from continuing in office; 24 but because Jesus lives forever, he has a permanent priesthood. 25 Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them.
Prayer requests:
Lord, we pray today for ……….
The Services (at St Mary's)
9/11/25 09.00 Prayer Book HC;
10.50 Service of Remembrance
16/11/25 09.00 Prayer Book HC
11.00 HC
23/11/25 11.00 HC
30/11/25 11.00 Matins
6pm Light in the Darkness Service
The Parish
Church People
Schools/Events/Meetings
Church Reordering
Open Prayer
'Merciful Father' -
Accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.
To Finish - we say the Grace together
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Thursday 16 October 2025 at 6 pm by zoom
Leader: Nigel Thonger
Prayer of Adoration or Praise:
We say together …. Psalm 71 verses 14-24
Silent Confession: ……………..…
followed by words of forgiveness and pardon (Leader)
Prayer of Thanksgiving: We say together …
Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up ourselves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honour and glory throughout all ages. Amen.
Verses for reflection : Mark 7:24-30 Jesus honours a Syrophoenician Woman's Faith
24 Jesus left that place and went to the vicinity of Tyre. He entered a house and did not want anyone to know it; yet he could not keep his presence secret. 25 In fact, as soon as she heard about him, a woman whose little daughter was possessed by an impure spirit came and fell at his feet. 26 The woman was a Greek, born in Syrian Phoenicia. She begged Jesus to drive the demon out of her daughter. 27 “First let the children eat all they want,” he told her, “for it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” 28 “Lord,” she replied, “even the dogs under the table eat the children’s crumbs.” 29 Then he told her, “For such a reply, you may go; the demon has left your daughter.” 30 She went home and found her child lying on the bed, and the demon gone.
Prayer requests:
Lord, we pray today for ……….
The Services (at St Mary's)
19/10/25 09.00 Prayer Book HC 11.00 Matins
26/10/25 11.00 HC
2/11/25 11.00 Family HC
9/11/25 09.00 Prayer Book HC;
10.50 Service of Remembrance
The Parish
Church People
Events/Meetings
Church Reordering
Open Prayer
'Merciful Father' -
Accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.
To Finish - we say the Grace together
Leader: Nigel Thonger
Prayer of Adoration or Praise:
We say together …….. Psalm 108
Silent Confession: ……………..…
followed by words of forgiveness and pardon (Leader)
Prayer of Thanksgiving: We say together …
Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up ourselves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honour and glory throughout all ages. Amen.
Verses for reflection : Hebrews 7: 15-25 (Jesus like Melchizedek)
15 And what we have said is even more clear if another priest like Melchizedek appears, 16 one who has become a priest not on the basis of a regulation as to his ancestry but on the basis of the power of an indestructible life. 17 For it is declared: “You are a priest forever, in the order of Melchizedek.” 18 The former regulation is set aside because it was weak and useless 19 (for the law made nothing perfect), and a better hope is introduced, by which we draw near to God. 20 And it was not without an oath! Others became priests without any oath, 21 but he became a priest with an oath when God said to him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind: ‘You are a priest forever.’ ” 22 Because of this oath, Jesus has become the guarantor of a better covenant. 23 Now there have been many of those priests, since death prevented them from continuing in office; 24 but because Jesus lives forever, he has a permanent priesthood. 25 Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them.
Prayer requests:
Lord, we pray today for ……….
The Services (at St Mary's)
9/11/25 09.00 Prayer Book HC;
10.50 Service of Remembrance
16/11/25 09.00 Prayer Book HC
11.00 HC
23/11/25 11.00 HC
30/11/25 11.00 Matins
6pm Light in the Darkness Service
- We give thanks for the visiting Priests who lead our Sunday services, that they will know the grace and peace of our Lord in their lives and ministries; we pray God's special anointing on Helen as she leads and preaches at Matins;
- We pray for the Music Makers who meet on the first Sunday at 10.15, and for the young people who play their instruments. We pray for the parents who attend with their children, that the family will come to know God better through their participation in the warm-up and the service that follows; we pray for Jane who shares the story during the service.
- We pray for everyone who attends St Mary's, that they will learn through the power and teaching of the Holy Spirit, how much God loves us; and that He has a plan for each one of us.
- We pray God's special anointing on the children, and adults who go to the altar to receive a blessing when the communicants receive the sacraments;
The Parish
- We pray for all the people who live and work in our Parish; that they will come to know Jesus as Saviour, and be led by the Holy Spirit into a deeper personal relationship with Him;
- We pray for those known to us who are sick, especially Rev. Peter Doodes at this time; also for those confined to their home, or staying in hospital or a residential home; we pray for their healing in the name of Jesus; and we pray for those who care for them, that they will know God's peace and strength;
- We pray for the families and friends of those who have died recently, and pray they will be comforted by the Holy Spirit in their loss.
- We bring to you those people we hold in our hearts ………(Christian name only)
Church People
- We pray for all people connected with St Mary's in some way, for a deepening of faith and a closer walk with you Lord.
- This week we remember specifically before You:
- St Mary's Bell Ringers;
- Those who organise and support the work of the Friends of St Mary's;
- The schools in our Parish, that they will be open to visits from Church representatives and the sharing of the Gospel;
- The Guiding and Scouting organisations in our parish;
- The Royal British Legion and its work in this locality;
Schools/Events/Meetings
- We pray for God's blessing on the pupils, staff, and families of Robertsbridge Community College, Salehurst Primary School, and Hurst Green Primary School and Nursery, and for peace and protection as they start a new term;
- We pray for the PCC meeting on 6 November, and those that take place regularly through the year, that God will be in our midst as difficult issues are discussed and potential solutions adopted; and we pray for wisdom and discernment to avoid missteps
- that cause delays and expense;
- We give thanks for the Spirit's guiding in the preparation of the Parish Profile;
Church Reordering
- We give thanks to God for progress made in the works at St Mary's. We pray forbearance by us if there is disruption to events and services. We pray for grace between contractors; for permits to be issued promptly, for the timely supply of materials, and for angelic protection over all contractors during these works.
- We pray for wisdom as we discern the correct solutions to problems with the Nave ceiling, and the other parts of the building needing repair and renewal; that our decisions will be
- wise and honouring to God;
- We pray for success with the fundraising efforts for toilets at St Mary's and for positive discussions with Rwanda Action as we work to benefit communities in Rwanda with the provision of toilet facilities;
- We pray for a wide and generous response to the Churchwardens' letter that was delivered to more than 1000 village homes requesting a financial commitment to help fund a vicar for the future. May a spirit of favour and generosity flourish and have a bearing on the
- replies made to this request;
- We continue to pray for the future of the Mission Room land, that its future use will honour God. We pray His sovereign authority over the discussions, and that the permissions granted will be just and righteous. We pray that our response to all planning decisions will be one of thanksgiving, knowing that God is working for our benefit and blessing at all times;
- We pray for wisdom and guidance as the PCC contemplates the future of the Vicarage
- which is currently unoccupied.
- We pray for God's continuing protection and care over St Mary's, and the state and condition of the church building, inside and outside. We give thanks, in faith, for the protection and safety of all people visiting the church, whether for worship, prayer or historical interest.
Open Prayer
'Merciful Father' -
Accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.
To Finish - we say the Grace together
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Thursday 16 October 2025 at 6 pm by zoom
Leader: Nigel Thonger
Prayer of Adoration or Praise:
We say together …. Psalm 71 verses 14-24
Silent Confession: ……………..…
followed by words of forgiveness and pardon (Leader)
Prayer of Thanksgiving: We say together …
Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up ourselves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honour and glory throughout all ages. Amen.
Verses for reflection : Mark 7:24-30 Jesus honours a Syrophoenician Woman's Faith
24 Jesus left that place and went to the vicinity of Tyre. He entered a house and did not want anyone to know it; yet he could not keep his presence secret. 25 In fact, as soon as she heard about him, a woman whose little daughter was possessed by an impure spirit came and fell at his feet. 26 The woman was a Greek, born in Syrian Phoenicia. She begged Jesus to drive the demon out of her daughter. 27 “First let the children eat all they want,” he told her, “for it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” 28 “Lord,” she replied, “even the dogs under the table eat the children’s crumbs.” 29 Then he told her, “For such a reply, you may go; the demon has left your daughter.” 30 She went home and found her child lying on the bed, and the demon gone.
Prayer requests:
Lord, we pray today for ……….
The Services (at St Mary's)
19/10/25 09.00 Prayer Book HC 11.00 Matins
26/10/25 11.00 HC
2/11/25 11.00 Family HC
9/11/25 09.00 Prayer Book HC;
10.50 Service of Remembrance
- We give thanks for the visiting Priests who lead our Sunday services, that they will know the grace and peace of our Lord in their lives and ministries; we pray God's special anointing on Helen as she leads and preaches at Matins;
- We pray for the Music Makers who meet on the first Sunday at 10.15, and for the young people who play their instruments. We pray for the parents who attend with their children, that the family will come to know God better through their participation in the warm-up and the service that follows; we pray for Jane who shares the story during the service.
- We pray for everyone who attends St Mary's, that they will learn through the power and teaching of the Holy Spirit, how much God loves us;
- We pray God's special anointing on the children, and adults who go to the altar to receive a blessing when the communicants receive the sacraments;
The Parish
- We pray for all the people who live and work in our Parish; that they will come to know Jesus as Saviour, and be led by the Holy Spirit into a deeper personal relationship with Him;
- We pray for those known to us who are sick, especially Rev. Peter Doodes at this time; also for those confined to their home, or staying in hospital or a residential home; we pray for their healing in the name of Jesus; and we pray for those who care for them, that they will know God's peace and strength;
- We pray for the families and friends of those who have died recently, including Glenys and her family, and pray they will be comforted by the Holy Spirit in their loss.
- We bring to you those people we hold in our hearts ………(Christian name only)
Church People
- All people connected with St Mary's in some way, for a deepening of faith and a closer walk with you Lord. This week we remember specifically before You:
- >>> John Hawkins, that he will become settled in his new home in St Leonards;
- >>> Our choir, Mary our organist, the musicians who play at Family Communion on the first Sunday, and other musicians who offer their services when needed;
- >>> Welcomers, Lesson Readers, Intercessions leaders, and Servers;
- >>> those who oversee the Children's Library and play area, for their time spent in keeping the area ready for children;
- >>> Those who will benefit from the special collections taken at Harvest services;
Events/Meetings
- We pray for God's blessing on the pupils, staff, and families of Robertsbridge Community College, Salehurst Primary School, and Hurst Green Primary School and Nursery, and for peace and protection as they operate each day.
- We pray for the PCC meeting on 3 November, that God will be in the midst as difficult issues are discussed and potential solutions adopted; and we pray for wisdom and discernment to avoid missteps that cause delays and expense;
- We pray for the Spirit's guiding in the preparation of the Parish Profile;
Church Reordering
- We give thanks to God for the works now in progress at St Mary's. We pray forbearance by us if there is disruption to events and services, that the work will be managed in a timely manner, and completed to the correct standard. We pray for grace between contractors; for permits to be issued promptly, for an unhindered supply of materials, and for angelic protection over all contractors during these works.
- We pray for wisdom to discern the correct solution to the problem with the Nave ceiling, and the other parts of the building needing repair and renewal; that our choices and decisions will be wise and honouring to God;
- We pray for success with the fundraising efforts regarding the toilets at St Mary's and for positive discussions with Rwanda Action as we work to benefit other people overseas with the provision of toilet facilities;
- We pray for a wide and generous response to the Churchwardens' letter that was delivered to more than 1000 village homes requesting a financial commitment to help fund a vicar for the future. May a spirit of favour and generosity in the village have a bearing on the replies made to this request;
- We continue to pray for the future of the Mission Room land, that its future use will honour God. We pray His sovereign authority over the discussions, and that the permissions granted will be just and righteous. We pray that our response to all planning decisions will be one of thanksgiving, knowing that God is on our side and He is working for our benefit and blessing at all times;
- We pray for wisdom and guidance as the PCC contemplates what to do with the empty vicarage and the possibility of trying to let the premises;
- We pray for God's continuing protection and care over St Mary's, over the state and condition of the church building, inside and outside ; and we give thanks, in faith, for the protection of all people visiting the church daily, whether for worship, prayer or historical interest.
Open Prayer
'Merciful Father' -
Accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.
To Finish - we say the Grace together
