“The Lamb in the midst of the throne will be their shepherd, and will guide them to springs of the water of life, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes. ”
Collect: Gracious God, you sent Jesus, the good shepherd, to gather us together: may we not wander from his flock, but follow wherever he leads us, listening for his voice and staying near him, until we are safely in your fold, to live with you for ever; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
A Prayer for Ukraine
God of peace and justice, we pray for the people of Ukraine today.
We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons. We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow, that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions. Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear, that you would hold and protect them. We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen
Archbishop Justin Welby: Archbishop of Canterbury
Archbishop Stephen Cottrell: Archbishop of York.
Today’s Bible Readings
Easter IV
New Testament Reading: Acts 9: 36-43
Psalm: 23 ( A.P.B.A. page 2493)
New Testament Reading: Revelation 7: 9-17
Gospel: John 10:22-30
Prayers For The World And The Church
For The World: We pray for a right spirit of peace and cooperation to overcome the spirit of hatred, bitterness, and division in all countries. We pray for relief of suffering of innocent victims in countries troubled by conflict and unrest. We continue to pray for the unrest between Ukraine and Russia. For those who are innocent victims of others hunger for power and greed. We pray for all affected by the floods in South Africa.
Our Country: We pray for those Australian family members, and also other families from other nations throughout the world, who have relatives in the Ukraine and are prepared to risk their own lives to bring their family members out of the war torn country to a land of safety and peace.
World Wide Anglican Community: The Anglican Church of Rwanda: Archbishop, clergy and people
The Anglican Church of Australia: The Diocese of Bunbury: Ian Coutts- Bishop; clergy and people.
Our Diocese: The Parish of Ipswich: Selina McMahon- parish priest , assistant clergy and people.
Diocesan Schools: Matthew Flinders Anglican College, Buderim; Principal, Administration Team, College Council, Chaplain, Teachers, students, and families.
Defence Force Anglicans: Part-time Chaplains of the Royal Australian Navy. For all mothers who are enlisted in the Defence Forces. For Defence mothers who are on home soil and for Defence mothers who
are at present serving on deployment, separated from their families at this time.
Our Parish: For the women’s groups within our Parish: Ladies Guild, Evening Guild, Friendship Group; and women of Mother’s Union.
Our Community: for all women’s groups and organisations within our community: C.W.A., Zonta, Lioness Club, Girl Guides, and many others.
Other Denominations Within Our Community: Redcliffe Lutheran Church and Margate Baptist Church. For the pastors and congregations of those denominations.
Those Seeking Healing: Lesley, Sonia, Noah, Dorothy, Ken, Stuart, Rod, Jan, Joan, Barbara, Iris, Fran, Lois, Sharon & Ben, Gwen, Kevin, Coral, Elizabeth Mc.
Those Mourning: For those who mourn the death of a loved one at this time.
Departed: Judith Ware. For those of our mothers who have entered into the glory of God’s kingdom.
Years Minds:
Next Week’s Bible Readings
Easter V
New Testament Reading: Acts 11:1-18
Psalm: 148 (A.P.B.A. page 378)
New Testament Reading: Revelation 21: 1-6
Gospel: John 13: 31-35