Please come and do some Christmas shopping whilst supporting 3 charities.
Mandy’s gift baskets, Caroline’s craft stall and lots of other gift sets and decorations will be raising funds for ‘Crisis’.
The Meltham Shoebox project will have a stall and all the other items sold will support the Crossroads project. There are lots of Christmas jumpers and sparkly clothes to bring some Christmas cheer!
Hello Everyone
We continue with the Senior church leaders Call to Prayer. We are in week 3 of Lock Down and we will continue with the set prayers. There is a new prayer for week three and we will be following the set focus prayers to be used each day.
PRAYER FOR WEEK 3 – 23rd -29th
Lord Jesus Christ, in these dark and difficult days, we turn our hearts to you.
In ages past, you have delivered our nation from disaster.
Do it again, we pray.
Give wisdom beyond human wisdom to our leaders,
Give strength beyond human strength to the NHS and all our frontline workers.
Give comfort beyond human comfort to the elderly and all who grieve.
Lord Jesus Christ, in these dark and difficult days, turn your face towards us, have mercy upon us, and heal our land, we pray.
Amen.
A PRAYER FOCUS FOR US TO USE EACH DAY
MONDAY SCHOOLS, COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES, CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
We pray for all those involved in the shaping of young lives. We give God thanks for the sacrifice and commitment of teachers and all those involved in serving children and young people in education.
TUESDAY ELDERLY, ISOLATED ABD VULNERABLE
We echo God’s commitment to those most at risk of this virus by praying for those who are particularly vulnerable and isolated. We pray for their deliverance protection and comfort. We hold before God those who care for them – that they would be strengthened and encouraged in this work.
WEDNESDAY BUSINESSES, THE WORKPLACE AND ECONOMIC WELLBEING
In this time of great challenge, we pray for the economic wellbeing of the country. We remember before God those who face great uncertainty in their work. We lift before God those who have lost their jobs and face an uncertain and difficult future.
THURSDAY NHS AND OTHER KEY WORKERS
Our God is the great healer – and the agent used more than any other is the NHS. Today we voice our gratitude for those who serve this country in the National Health Service and pray that God would prosper the work of their hands – that they would be encouraged in their continued work of sacrifice and care amongst us.
FRIDAY NATIONAL AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
We pray for those who are in positions of authority with responsibility for decision making at national and local level at this difficult time. We ask that God would give great wisdom, deep commitment to all and right judgement.
SATURDAY ALL WHO ARE GRIEVING AND ALL SUFFERING WITH PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ILL-HEALTH.
‘Lord the one you love is ill.’ John 11.v3
We bring to God all those who suffer in body, mind spirit or with grief. We ask that in God’s great loving kindness they might know God’s sustaining presence amidst their pain.
SUNDAY FAMILY, FRIENDS AND LOVED ONES
We lift to God those we hold in our hearts – praying for their healing. their well-being and their sense of hope. We pray that even when loved ones cannot physically be together, they would not feel apart. We ask for God’s help in our communicating, our connecting and our caring
Next Sunday sees the beginning of the Church’s Calendar- Advent – so we pray –
A PRAYER BEFORE ADVENT from St Augustine of Hippo
Lord Jesus our Saviour, the One who is to come, we come to you now.
Our hearts are cold; Lord, warm them by your selfless love.
Our hearts are sinful; cleanse them with your precious blood.
Our hearts are weak; strengthen them with Your joyous Spirit.
Our hearts are empty; fill them with your divine presence.
Come, Emmanuel: enter our lives, possess them always and only for yourself.
And let us give thanks for all the progress the scientists have been making in their search for a vaccine. Let us continue to pray that God will continue to be at work in all the research they are doing.
KEEP SAFE – KEEP PRAYING
‘Keep praying; ask the Lord for help for he is powerful. That is your weapon; do not lose it. Pray without ceasing, for the Lord is powerful.’
Peter
Today in #Meltham we celebrate the Feast of Christ the King which is also the name of our joint Parish of 4 churches which also includes Helme, Meltham Mills and Wilshaw.
Normally we would meet together at Christ Church, Helme to celebrate this our special Patronal Festival which marks the end of the Church year and reminds us that Christ is our Lord and glorified King.
Join us for a special online service of celebration led by Rev’d John Dracup at 10:30am. The link can be found here:
https://youtu.be/c4rB0rZfuiE
In years gone by, this day would also be called ‘Stir up Sunday’ because of the Post Communion collect – this would also be a reminder to start baking your Christmas cakes and pudding!
Stir up, O Lord,
the wills of your faithful people;
that they, plenteously bringing forth the fruit of good works,
may by you be plenteously rewarded;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Here is the link to join our Zoom Holy Communion service led by Rev Dennis Shields.
We join from 11am for a chat and the service starts at 11.15am.
Hope to see you in the morning
Topic: Holy Communion
Time: Nov 22, 2020 11:00 AM London
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86054021126?pwd=c3BFdW1zRGNUbk80NVh2RmlIbkdTZz09
Meeting ID: 860 5402 1126
Passcode: 651813
Hello Everyone
16 NOVEMBER MCT PRAYERS
RACHEL SPENCER-HENSALL Director of Public Health has been in contact with each household in Kirklees during our first week of Lockdown with an urgent and important update on the Covid-19 figures which are rising. Firstly, she offered thanks for everything people have been doing to keep themselves and others safe. She acknowledges how difficult the lockdown period is for us all, the efforts we are going through and the sacrifices we’re making which are a key part in our fight against COVID-19.
FROM THE EVANGELICAL ALLIANCE
Prayer changes things.
From Abraham’s plea to save Sodom to Jesus’ cry for forgiveness of others on the cross, we see the willingness of God to listen. God invites us to talk to Him, to share with Him our fears, worries, struggles and heartaches, because when we do, God tells us He will act.
The COVID-19 pandemic has left no life unscathed in the UK. The national health crisis caused by the severity of illness for many has pushed our healthcare system and those who work within it to breaking point. The consequences of the resulting lockdowns are wide-ranging and, for many, catastrophic.
Many businesses are unsustainable. Unemployment is booming. Children’s education has been severely impacted. Families have been separated. The vulnerable have been left exposed. For many, experiencing isolation and uncertainty, has led to an overwhelming sense of hopelessness as we see statistics indicate the rise in divorce, domestic abuse and suicide.
We need things to change. We need to pray.
STEPHEN COTTRELL THE NEW ARCHBISHOP OF YORK SAYS –
“Prayer changes things. It changes things by inviting God into the room.”
A CALL TO PRAYER FROM SENIOR CHURCH LEADERS
A prayer call has been made with the support of senior church leaders – Churches Together in England, Evangelical Alliance, RC Archbishop of Westminster, Leader of the Pentecostal Church, the Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London, Pete Grieg of 24.7 Prayer International, and the Church of England House of Bishops.
A PRAYER FOR WEEK 2 of LOCKDOWN
Loving Father God be with us in our distress; be with our families, friends, and neighbours, our country and our world. Give health to the sick, hope to the fearful, and comfort to mourners. Give wisdom to our frontline and key workers, insight to our Government, and patience to us all. Overcome disease with the power of your new life,
through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
A PRAYER FOCUS FOR US TO USE EACH DAY
MONDAY
SCHOOLS, COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES, CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
We pray for all those involved in the shaping of young lives. We give God thanks for the sacrifice and commitment of teachers and all those involved in serving children and young people in education.
TUESDAY
ELDERLY, ISOLATED ABD VULNERABLE
We echo God’s commitment to those most at risk of this virus by praying for those who are particularly vulnerable and isolated. We pray for their deliverance protection and comfort. We hold before God those who care for them – that they would be strengthened and encouraged in this work.
WEDNESDAY
BUSINESSES, THE WORKPLACE AND ECONOMIC WELLBEING
In this time of great challenge, we pray for the economic wellbeing of the country. We remember before God those who face great uncertainty in their work. We lift before God those who have lost their jobs and face an uncertain and difficult future.
THURSDAY
NHS AND OTHER KEY WORKERS
Our God is the great healer – and the agent used more than any other is the NHS. Today we voice our gratitude for those who serve this country in the National Health Service and pray that God would prosper the work of their hands – that they would be encouraged in their continued work of sacrifice and care amongst us.
FRIDAY
NATIONAL AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
We pray for those who are in positions of authority with responsibility for decision making at national and local level at this difficult time. We ask that God would give great wisdom, deep commitment to all and right judgement.
SATURDAY
ALL WHO ARE GRIEVING AND ALL SUFFERING WITH PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ILL-HEALTH.
‘Lord the one you love is ill.’ John 11.v3
We bring to God all those who suffer in body, mind spirit or with grief. We ask that in God’s great loving kindness they might know God’s sustaining presence amidst their pain.
SUNDAY
FAMILY, FRIENDS AND LOVED ONES
We lift to God those we hold in our hearts – praying for their healing. their well-being and their sense of hope. We pray that even when loved ones cannot physically be together, they would not feel apart. We ask for God’s help in our communicating, our connecting and our caring.
A PRAYER FOR ALL THOSE AFFECTED BY CORONAVIRUS
Keep us, good Lord, under the shadow of your mercy. Sustain and support the anxious, be with those who care for the sick, and lift up all who are brought low; that we may find comfort knowing that nothing can separate us from your love in Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen.
KEEP SAFE – KEEP PRAYING
‘Keep praying; ask the Lord for help for he is powerful. That is your weapon; do not lose it. Pray without ceasing, for the Lord is powerful.’
Peter
Due to the current restrictions of the 2nd national lockdown, our church buildings are currently closed – consequently there are no services taking place for the live stream. A service of Holy Communion from Christ Church – Helme has been prepared by Rev’d John and can be viewed here from 10:30am:
https://youtu.be/bR2l5RxlmJw
The names of the fallen heroes from #Meltham can be heard read out from the Remembrance Service which took place last Sunday. Today, as we remember, you may want to listen to them from the Act of Remembrance part of the service using this link: https://youtu.be/oC7RthCCDfM?t=595
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
You can also listen to the whole service using this link:
https://youtu.be/oC7RthCCDfM?t=185
When you go home, tell them of us and say,
For your tomorrow, we gave our today.
An eight week journey that will help you and your community to grow and deepen your prayer life.
Join us for a series of 1 hour sessions each Thursday at 8pm on Zoom as we embark on a journey through the Lord’s Prayer. Starting Thursday 12th November.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84173108829?pwd=M1R1Q25iTzcrZGpWSWp6YVZiQXF1UT09
Meeting ID: 841 7310 8829
Passcode: 772492
More info can be found here:
https://prayercourse.org/
Starting tonight we have a care & share zoom meeting. 8pm every Tuesday during lockdown. Everyone is welcome. A chance to just see & listen to others or to join in with activities & prayers. Hope you can make it!
The link below will work for all the dates listed:
Topic: Tuesday 8pm care & share
Time: Nov 10, 2020 08:00 PM London
Every week on Tue, 5 occurrence(s)
Nov 10, 2020 08:00 PM
Nov 17, 2020 08:00 PM
Nov 24, 2020 08:00 PM
Dec 1, 2020 08:00 PM
Dec 8, 2020 08:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81093472877?pwd=SXQzOC9SWUVtYTlaTFpOVGRLTU9rQT09
Meeting ID: 810 9347 2877
Passcode: 942776
