PRAISE GOD FOR WHO HE IS
Jesus said to his disciples “If you love me, keep my commands. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— the Spirit of truth” (John 14:15-16). Give thanks that God has not left us alone, but that Jesus dwells with us by the Holy Spirit; and that through the Spirit we can know Jesus, be comforted during hardships, and grow in godliness. Pray that we would be a community that is filled by God’s Spirit, living transformed lives, eagerly giving witness to our faith in Jesus.
THE WORLD
Ukraine. In our cycle of prayers for the world, we continue to pray for Ukraine and for an effective cease fire to be negotiated with Russia. Pray for an end to the bombing of civilian homes and infrastructure and for the protection of non-combatants. Pray for comfort for the grieving, healing for the injured, shelter for those made homeless, and refuge for the weary. Pray for Christians in Ukraine, for them to continue to find their hope and peace in Jesus, and for them to be a light for the gospel in these dark times.
Pray for the persecuted church around the world, especially in the Middle East and parts of Asia. Pray for faithful perseverance for God’s people; that amidst difficulties, they would be light in the darkness, giving active witness to their faith in Christ.
Hong Kong
Pray for the witness of Christians in the workplace across the city. Pray that in our vocations, we would work with integrity, excellence, and humility, seeking to use our skills for the good of the communities around us. Pray that our conduct in the workplace would be marked by grace, treating our co-workers with respect; that we would joyfully persevere during hardship; and that we would shine the light of the gospel through our words and conduct, that people would see our hope in Jesus and seek after him.
Pray for the ministry and witness of the Anglican Church in HK, through schools, social welfare, and the churches. Pray for the leadership of Archbishop Andrew Chan, Bishop Matthias Der, and Bishop Timothy Kwok, that they would seek to uphold the truth of God’s word. Pray that in these uncertain times in HK, the hope we have in Jesus would be declared, the vulnerable would be cared for, and the church would be a witness for Jesus.
ST ANDREW'S
Give thanks for new people coming to St Andrew’s, either looking for a church home or exploring faith. Pray that they find a welcoming community and can make connections and friendships. Pray that faith in Jesus would be awakened and grow.
Give thanks for our Putonghua Ministry. Give thanks for the newcomers joining the service, for the outreach ministry using the Cantonese course, and for the many people using their gifts to serve. Pray for Ryan, the PTH staff, and the committee as they lead this ministry: for wisdom, insight, and understanding. Pray that God’s people would persevere in their spiritual habits and pursue obedience and faithfulness. Pray that this ministry will be a wonderful community of learning, support, care, and growth, giving honour to Jesus.