“Peter says to Jesus, ‘Lord, you know everything: you know that I love 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.
Collect for Anniversary of the Dedication of St. Peter’s (1993)
Bountiful God, to whose glory we celebrate the dedication of this house for prayer: we praise you for the many blessings you have given to those who worship here, and we pray that all who seek you in this place may find you, and being filled with the Holy Spirit may become a living temple acceptable to you, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
A Prayer In Seeking an Archbishop for this Diocese:
Eternal God, shepherd and guide, in your mercy give your Church in the Diocese of Brisbane a shepherd after your own heart who will walk in your ways, and with loving care watch over your people. Give us a leader of vision and a teacher of your truth. So may your Church be built up and your name be glorified; through Jesus Christ our Lord. 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
1st New Testament Reading: Acts 12: 1-11
Psalm: 34: 1-10 (page 254 A.B.P.A.)
2nd New Testament Reading: 2 Timothy 4: 6-8, 17-18
Gospel: John 21: 15-22
Prayers
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: for the continuing atrocities in The Ukraine this week. (We continue to pray for the unrest between Ukraine and Russia)
Our Country: We give thanks for the peace and security we enjoy compared to other nations in this world. We pray for all affected by the tragic bus crash in the Hunter Valley this week. For first responders; for the injured; for the families of those lost in the crash or injured; for the communities of and for the emotional pain and hurt that the bridal couple must be enduring.
World Wide Anglican Community: The Anglican Church of Australia: our Primate Archbishop Geoff Smith, for all 23 Dioceses across Australia, for all bishops, clergy and people.
The Anglican Church of Australia: The Diocese of North Queensland: Keith Joseph - Bishop, clergy and people.
Our Diocese: We pray for the Diocesan Synod to be held next weekend. For the clergy and laity of the Diocese as they gather to discern and shape the future of the Diocese. We pray for our Synod representatives: Florine Simon and Mike Thompson.
Diocesan Schools: Springfield Anglican College, Springfield: principal, chaplain, members of the College Council, staff, students, and families.
Defence Force Anglicans: We pray for the Army Reserve Chaplains. The Federal Minister for Defence, the Assistant Minister for Defence, and the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Defence.
Our Community: Those who care for the community gardens, the botanical gardens, and gardens in general around the Peninsula area: for the council workers, the community gardeners, and for garden businesses.
Our Parish: We pray for the Redcliffe Floral and Art Festival; for the outreach, community and fellowship for which it brings. We pray for Bob Edwards and Dale Jarman as they are welcomed into the Anglican Church by Bishop Jeremy today.
Other Denominations Within Our Community: Citipointe Church Redcliffe and Clontarf Beach Baptist Church: for the pastors and congregations of those denominations.
Those Seeking Healing: Anita, Noah, Dorothy, Ken, Grant, Iris, Narelle.
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 4 (Ord Sun 12)
Old Testament Reading: Genesis 21: 8-21
Psalm: 86: 1-10, 16-17 (page 312 A.P.B.A.)
2nd New Testament Reading: Romans 6: 1-11
Gospel: Matthew 10: 24-39