RSR Prayer Support - Summer 2008
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Prayer Days:-
| 1-4 | 5-8 | 9-13 | 14-18 | 19-22 | 23-26 | 27-31 |
The RSR Prayer
Almighty God, Lord and Father of all who are ashore and afloat, we give you thanks for our founder Agnes Weston and for the work you have so graciously built on her service. We pray for the ministry of RSR, for its staff and for all whom we seek to serve in the Royal Navy, the Royal Marines and their families. Grant us in our ministry to still the storms of life for the troubled; to comfort and refresh your flock; and to bring the Water of Life to those who are in need of your love.
For the glory of God and the good of the Service; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Days 1 to 4
The LORD will guide you
The LORD will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.
Isaiah 58:11
Please pray for...
1
All Christians in the Service, in particular that they will find opportunities to support and care for each other through fellowship and prayer and will demonstrate God’s love to those they meet.
2
The families of serving personnel, especially those who are separated by deployment, or who have suffered loss. Pray that they will enjoy the love and support of others and experience God’s love for them and the blessing of His peace.
3
The marriages and relationships of serving personnel, especially where they may be going through a troubled time or during periods of separation. Pray that God will restore and refresh them.
4
The Naval Personal and Family Service (NPFS), working in support of families and serving personnel and for the joint work of NPFS and RSR, in particular the Naval Families Federation and Credit Action projects.
Prayer Days
Days 5 to 8
Enter through the narrow gate
Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. Matthew 7: 13-14
Please pray for...
5
RSR Braeholm, our centre in Helensburgh, Scotland, and for the Christian support and witness it provides for Naval personnel and their families in Scotland. Pray for the management team of Gary & Janette Alpin and Karen Lyall; also for all staff and local supporters.
6
The Chaplaincy team at HMNB Clyde: may their initiatives, outreach events and pastoral support always be fruitful. Pray for the local Chaplains and their support staff in the Clyde area.
7
Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel in Scotland and their families, especially during times of separation. Give thanks for the Christian support available to them, and pray it will be effective in witnessing the love of Christ.
8
RSR’s faithful supporters, who provide loving prayer, financial gifts and encouragement throughout the year. Pray that they may in turn receive God’s blessing and provision for their prayers, their love and their kindness.
Days 9 to 13
Fear of the LORD
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. Proverbs 9:10
Please pray for...
9
All our personnel serving in troubled areas, especially Afghanistan and Iraq; that the Lord will protect and care for them and comfort their families during difficult times.
10
All the Naval Charities based at Castaway House: that they will continue to work together wisely and effectively in support of the Royal Naval Service and pray that they will receive God’s wisdom.
11
The work of all RSR staff no matter where they work, that they will experience God’s guidance as they undertake their Christian Service. Pray that they will support each other and be a Godly witness of the love of our Lord.
12
The RSR Centre in Rowner, Gosport. Pray for John & Helen Gueran as they lead the team in their work with children and families at Rowner.
13
The Anchor and Grange Pre-schools, Champions clubs, crèche and education courses at RSR Rowner and for opportunities for Christian witness to Naval families.
Prayer Days
Days 14 to 18
In the last days
'In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams. Acts 2: 17
Please pray for...
14
All RSR Chaplaincy Support Workers (CSWs) in the Portsmouth and Gosport areas: Maria Owen at HMS COLLINGWOOD; Bobby Tait at HMS SULTAN; Helen Martin, Connie Sherman, Judith Swaine and Andrew Morgan at HMNB Portsmouth.
15
CSWs at Commando Training Centre Royal Marines: Dorothy Clark, Zena Woodley and our new CSW Steve Cosslett; also David Garbett at RNAS Yeovilton.
16
Our CSWs Nicola Goudie at RM Poole; Janice Gilligan at Northwood HQ and Hazel Waters at HMS RALEIGH.
17
The commitment to service of all CSWs and that God will continue to support and prosper their efforts.
18
All of God’s work in the Armed Forces, that His love will be felt by all and that they will experience the truth, love and hope that only Jesus can provide.
Days 19 to 22
Light of the world
When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12
Please pray for...
19
The Naval, Military and Air Force Bible Society as they seek to bring the Word of the Lord to all.
20
The Naval Christian Fellowship, its network of contacts worldwide and the support and encouragement they give to service personnel.
21
All those serving in HM Forces, that wherever they are they will experience God’s care and guidance. May they encounter God through the love and friendship of the Christian community.
22
All in our nation who do not know the love of Jesus, that they will turn to Christ and that once more His banner will be lifted high throughout the land. Give thanks that we are able to worship freely and for the peace and security we enjoy in this country.
Prayer Days
Days 23 to 26
Pure joy
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. James 1: 2-3
Please pray for...
23
RSR’s Patron Her Majesty the Queen: Give thanks for her Christian faith, and pray that it be a powerful witness throughout this nation and to the wider world.e.
24
The trustees of RSR to provide Godly oversight and direction: our chairman Col Jos McCabe RM; CPO Paul Attrell RN; Cdr Craig Fulton RN; Lt Cdr Tim Haddow RN; Lt Cdr Paul Nelson RN; CPO John Noble RN; Mr Nicholas Roberts; Mrs Annemarie Woods; Mrs Anna Wright; Mrs Joan Wright; Mr Danny Yarker.
25
RSR’s executive team: Brian Deverson, Robert Russell & David Rogerson, as they lead the work of the charity. Pray that they may be led and inspired by God’s Holy Spirit.
26
RSR’s partnership and joint projects with the Methodist Forces Board: the Grapevine at HMS SULTAN and the Lighthouse at RNAS Culdrose. Pray also for our partnership with the Church Urban Fund and the RN & RM Children’s Fund supporting the ARK Community project at Widewell in Plymouth.
Prayer Days
Days 27 to 31
Whatever is true
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Philippians 4:8
Please pray for...
27
The Naval Chaplaincy Service (NCS), for the close working relationship between RSR and NCS and for our joint Christian ministry to all men and women within the Service.
28
The Chaplain of the Fleet the Venerable John Green QHC, Principal Chaplains the Revd Scott Brown QHC and the Revd Monsignor Paul Donovan QHC as they lead the work of the Naval Chaplaincy Service.
29
All Naval chaplains, wherever they are based, that they may support and encourage all those with whom they come into contact, and that they in turn may receive God's love and blessing.
30
The dedication to service of the men and women of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines and that the Naval Service will continue to be a powerful force for good in our world.
31
Those in leadership around to world, to seek God’s counsel, so they can govern with wisdom and justice for the good of all, motivated by selfless service not personal gain.