PRAYER
Prayer is at the core of who we are. In a world where there's a growing call for intercession as creation cries out, we want to be part of this movement as a church and as individuals. We aim for our lives, our homes, and our church to be places where seeking God in prayer comes first.
Remember in your Prayers this week
God’s peace and justice in all war-torn places of the world – especially for Ukraine, Sudan and the Middle East
The bereaved, thinking especially of the loved ones of Tessa McEwan and Margot Green
The sick in mind, body or spirit, the lonely, anxious and afraid
Our school children and staff, that they return to school
God’s continued revelation and guidance as we seek to be his people in this Parish
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Monthly Prayer Focus: March
Living the Journey of Lent
As we move fully into March, we are no longer preparing to enter Lent - we are living it. The season that began on Ash Wednesday now unfolds before us day by day, inviting us to go deeper in faith, humility, and trust. Lent is not simply a date on the calendar; it is a sacred journey of the heart.
Having received the Ashes and the reminder of our need for God’s grace, we now walk the path of repentance and renewal. This is the time to remain intentional. The commitments we may have made at the start of Lent - whether to pray more consistently, fast in a meaningful way, or give generously - are meant to shape our daily lives. March calls us to persevere, even when enthusiasm fades and routine sets in.
At the center of Lent is reflection on the life and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. As we draw closer to the events remembered in Holy Week, our prayers can become more focused on Christ’s journey to the cross. We are invited to consider His humility, obedience, and love - and to ask how we might reflect those qualities in our own lives.
Prayer during March can take on a deeper tone of surrender. This is a time to bring our weaknesses honestly before God, trusting that His mercy is greater than our shortcomings. It is also a season to listen more attentively. In quiet moments, God often reveals areas where He is shaping us, refining us, and calling us to grow.
The traditional Lenten practices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving continue to guide us:
Prayer keeps us connected to God’s presence and reminds us that transformation begins within.
Fasting teaches us to depend less on temporary comforts and more on God’s sustaining grace.
Almsgiving opens our eyes to the needs of others and strengthens our compassion.
March is an opportunity to recommit if we have grown distracted or weary. Lent is not about perfection, but about faithfulness. Even small, sincere steps toward God matter. Each prayer whispered, each act of kindness offered, and each sacrifice made in love becomes part of our spiritual growth.
As we continue this Lenten journey, let our prayer focus be one of steady trust. May we allow God to soften our hearts, renew our minds, and prepare us for the hope that awaits at Easter. Through intentional prayer this month, may we grow closer to God and reflect His love more clearly in the world around us.l.
Prayer for the Month
Gracious God,
As we journey through Lent, keep our hearts focused on You.
Since Ash Wednesday, You have called us to repentance and renewal — help us remain faithful to that call.
As we reflect on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, deepen our prayer, strengthen our faith, and make us more loving and compassionate.
Transform us during this season and prepare our hearts for the joy of Easter.
Amen.