Prayers

Mental Health Awareness Week 11th – 17th May 2026

Here is a prayer which Methodist Local Preacher, author and published writer of prayers, Christine Odell has written for this year's
Mental Health Awareness Week.

Loving God,

As Jesus you shared in our human experiences of life,

knowing both its joys and sufferings:

You know what it is to love and be loved,

but also what it is to be betrayed or bereaved;

You know what it is to enjoy life and the beauty of creation,

but also what it is to feel want, loneliness and pain.

 And so, Lord, we bring to you in prayer all the times

when we, those we know and love, and

so many of our human family around the world,

are struggling to cope with life’s difficulties.

We pray for those who feel hopeless, helpless or heartbroken,

that through words of understanding and deeds of kindness,

through being heard, accepted and respected,

all may feel your loving touch upon their lives,

restoring, comforting and bring hope.

In the name of Jesus who reached out to heal bodies, minds and spirits, and came to offer Life in all its fullness to all humankind. Amen.

Ukraine

Update February 2024

Second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Saturday, 24 February, is the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Prayer
To mark this, the below prayer has been written by a Ukrainian family who are being hosted by the Black Country Methodist Circuit.

Lord God of power,
You alone work miracles, so be kind to all and hear us.
Help us God, our Saviour, and deliver the people of Ukraine from persecution.
Come to our aid and destroy the intentions and unrighteous boldness of those who go to war against our people.
Calm those who oppose your commandments.
Grant us all peace, salvation and joy in our hearts.
For you are protection and salvation for those who trust in you.
We give you glory, the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit, now and ever, and forever.

Amen

Appeal

Since the conflict in Ukraine began, All We Can and the Methodist Church in Britain have supported communities impacted by the conflict through a joint appeal. Read stories from the appeal's humanitarian partners here.
(Above information sourced from the Methodist Church Website 23/02/2024)