“Peter says to Jesus, “Lord you know everything; you know that I Iove you.” ”
Collect: Almighty God, who by your Son Jesus Christ gave your Apostle Peter many excellent gifts, and commanded him earnestly to feed your flock; enable, we pray, all bishops and pastors diligently to preach your holy word, and your people faithfully to follow it, that they may receive the crown of everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
PARISH PRAYER: Loving Father, whose Son Jesus Christ called your servant Peter The Fisherman to gather and nurture your flock: give us the will to draw others into the grace and joy of your kingdom, where your people are fed and their wounds are healed, as we endeavour to proclaim your love in word and deed to the glory of your name. 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 St. Peter the Fisherman: Apostle and Martyr
New Testament Reading: Acts 12: 1-11
Psalm: 34: 1-10 ( A.P.B.A. page 254)
New Testament Reading: 2 Timothy 4: 6-8, 17-18
Gospel: John 21: 15-22
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: As we give thanks for the Nadesalingam’s family return to Biloela this week, we continue to pray for all those who are less fortunate and are still being held in various immigration detention facilities
throughout Australia, many years after they have arrived in Australia.
World Wide Anglican Community: The Province of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan. For the faithful in that country as they continue to endure persecution for their faith: the Bishops, clergy and people. We pray for the Sudanese people in our nation and for Bishop Abot, clergy and congregations within our Diocese.
The Anglican Church of Australia: The Diocese of North West Australia: the Administrator of the Diocese; clergy and people as they seek a Bishop.
Our Diocese: For all parishes and schools that take the name of St. Peter; and St. Paul; that celebrate their Patronal Feast Day either this weekend or in the weeks to come. We pray for the Diocese Synod to be held next weekend. We pray for the bishops, clergy and laity as they come together and make decisions and discernments for this Diocese.
Diocesan Schools: Toowoomba Anglican School, Toowoomba: Principal, Administration Team, Chaplain, School Council, Staff, Students and families.
Defence Force Anglicans: Army Reserve Chaplains. For Commanding Officers of ships, units and establishments. In their burden of command, may they pray for wisdom, strength, and compassion for those whom they lead.
Our Parish: We pray for Bishop Jeremy, his wife Josie, and for their family. We give thanks as Bishop Jeremy comes among us today to celebrate our Patronal Feast Day. We pray for the Redcliffe Floral and Art Festival held this weekend. We pray Lord, that you will watch over this parish event. Through the Floral and Art Festival may we show Lord, your wonderous gifts you give to us, and through this event we are able to proclaim your gospel within our community.
Our Community: As we remember today St. Peter the Fisherman, we pray for the fishing industry in our community. For those who make their livelihood fishing the seas, those who fish for leisure, and tourist operators who make their living from the sea. We give thanks and pray for those from within our community who are participating in the Floral and Art Festival this weekend. We pray for those are displaying their gifts and talents; and for those providing entertainment, throughout the weekend.
Other Denominations Within Our Community: Redcliffe City Christian Church and Redcliffe City Salvation Army Corps: 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: Norman Bonner (19/13)
Next Week’s Bible Readings
Pentecost 3
Old Testament Reading: 2 Kings 2: 102, 6-14
Psalm: 77: 1-2, 11-20 (A.P.B.A. page 300)
New Testament Reading: Galatians 5: 1, 13-25
Gospel: Luke 9: 51-62