“God’s love has been poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit who has been given to us. ”
Collect: O God, who in smoke and fire upon Mount Sinai gave the law to Moses, and who revealed the new covenant in the fire of the Spirit: grant, we pray, that, kindled by that same Spirit which you poured forth upon your apostles, we may fulfil with joy your commandment of love. We ask this through 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
Feast of Pentecost
New Testament Reading: Acts 2: 1-21
Psalm: 104: 26-36 ( A.P.B.A. page 331)
New Testament Reading: Romans 8: 14-17
Gospel: John 14: 8-17
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.
Our Country: We pray for our Queen, Elizabeth II, our monarch and defender of our faith; as she celebrates her Platinum Jubilee on her ascension to the throne. For the various commemorations that will be conducted throughout our nation, throughout the Commonwealth, and throughout England itself this weekend.
World Wide Anglican Community: The Anglican Church of Southern Africa: Archbishop, clergy and people
The Anglican Church of Australia: The Diocese of Ballarat: Garry Weatherill - Bishop; clergy and people.
Our Diocese: The Parish of Noosa: Chris Johnson - parish priest, assistant clergy and people.
Diocesan Schools: Coomera Anglican College, Coomera: Principal, Administration Team, Chaplain, School Council, College Council, staff, students, and families.
Defence Force Anglicans: The Archdeacon to the Navy - Andrew Lewis, and for his pastoral care to the chaplains of the Australia Defence Force. Full-time Chaplains of the Royal Australian Navy (R.A.N.); The Chief of Navy-Vice Admiral Michael Noonan; for all navy personnel, whether serving at sea or on shore, and for their families.
Our Parish: We pray for the Pasta Lunch to be held this morning. We give thanks for those who have prepared the various pasta meals and for a time of fellowship.
Our Community: We pray for all in this community who work in the hospitality industry. For those who work in major resorts, local restaurants; cafes and take-away outlets. For chefs and cooks; for those who serve customers; and for those who do domestic chores.
Other Denominations Within Our Community: Redcliffe Christian Life Centre and Redcliffe Church of Christ: 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, Earl, Elizabeth Mc.,
Those Mourning: For those who mourn the death of a loved one at this time.
Departed:
Years Minds: Shayne Morris (06/14) Jim Nixon (08/18)
Next Week’s Bible Readings
Feast of The Trinity
New Testament Reading: Proverbs 8: 104, 22-31
Psalm: 8 (A.P.B.A. page 229)
New Testament Reading: Romans 5: 1-5
Gospel: John 16: 12-15