We pray that the crisis in Ethiopia’s Tigray region would receive appropriate international attention. It has been described as the “worst humanitarian crisis in the world”, yet has not been extensively covered by international media. God, we grieve the suffering experienced by millions in Tigray. We pray that their stories and voices would be heard, and that the situation would change
We give thanks for supermarkets taking action to reduce food waste. Several stores have scrapped ‘best before’ dates on fresh food, helping customers to cut waste and save money. We give thanks for businesses that consider their social and environmental impact, and pray that more would do so.
We give thanks for the recovery of the large blue butterfly, which was once extinct in the UK. The successful conservation project shows how species at risk of extinction can be saved. God, we give thanks for the success of this work. Help us to treasure the breadth of biodiversity that we have been blessed with.
We pray for businesses, churches and community groups facing uncertain futures amid the soaring cost of energy. The domestic price cap does not apply, meaning they pay higher business rates on utilities. God, we pray that these vital community spaces and businesses that provide livelihoods, goods and services would not have to close.
We pray for students whose learning has been impacted by Covid. A Level, GCSE and BTEC results have been released in recent weeks, showing various disparities. God, we do not yet know the full impact of the pandemic on education, but we pray that every child would have the support they need to flourish.
We pray for Pakistan after historic monsoon rains and flooding in the last few weeks. More than 30 million people are said to have been affected, with more than 1000 deaths. God, we pray for those who have lost homes and loved ones, and pray success for the relief efforts and disaster response.
As the Season of Creation begins, we pray that the voices of those who suffer the impacts of climate change would be heard. God of all creation, hear the cry of the Earth and all that lives in it. Help us learn how to live gratefully within the limits of the land.
