Prayer Diary
September to November 2016
Foreword from Bishop Graham
There is great excitement that the Archbishop of
Canterbury, Justin Welby, will be visiting the Diocese
of Worcester over three days from 7 until 9 October.
Please join me in praying for Archbishop Justin,
together with all of the plans that are being made and
the people involved. Above all, please pray that through
the Archbishop’s talking, listening and actions many
people will be inspired to see Jesus more clearly, to
love Jesus more dearly, and to follow Jesus more nearly.
All of the events and visits for the Archbishop’s visit are focused around the
three priorities that he has set for his ministry.
• prayer and the renewal of religious life
• reconciliation
• evangelism
You may wish to focus your prayers upon these three areas in the coming
weeks. When they intersect we witness God’s reconciling love for each and
every one of us springing forth, bringing joy and delight. I hope you will be
part of that and that Archbishop Justin’s visit will have a lasting impact on
individuals as well as our life together.
September to November 2016
Welcome to the latest edition of the prayer diary, which takes
us through Autumn to the very end of the Church’s year. This quarter
we’re praying for four different deaneries as we move around the Diocese
– Pershore, Droitwich, Bromsgrove and Upton.
We also pray for Bishops around the world using the Anglican Cycle of
Prayer and the Porvoo prayer calendar (www.porvoochurches.org) –
these are included in italics at the bottom of each day.
Do let me know if you’ve got a story to feature on a Sunday in a future
diary – the more notice you can give me the better! And don’t forget that
large print copies of the diary are always available – email me on
[email protected], or contact the Diocesan Office
reception on 01905 20537 if you or someone you know would like one.
Best wishes,
Sam Setchell, Communications Officer
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Sunday 28 August
New Peruvian Bishops
In July 2015, three Peruvian
priests were consecrated as
suffragan bishops in the Anglican
Diocese of Peru.
With the
retirement of Bishop Bill Godfrey
in April this year, Jorge Aguilar was
installed to replace him as Bishop
of Peru, marking the first time in
its history that Peru has had an
indigenous diocesan bishop. The
Diocese is now divided into five areas of work, three of which are the responsibility of
the new bishops, and two of which are led by ‘regional vicars’.
In addition to leading the Diocese, Bishop Jorge has particular responsibility for the
Lima area and the coast south to Ica.
Bishop Alejandro Mesco trained at an evangelical seminary prior to ordination as an
Anglican priest. A native Quechua speaker, he has previously worked in Arequipa and
the Colca Canyon, and as suffragan his work will now focus on the Cusco region in the
south-eastern Andes.
Bishop Juan Carlos Revilla was a Roman Catholic seminarian before being ordained
as an Anglican. His ministry has mainly been in Arequipa, where for many years he
was parish priest of Cristo Redentor. His now has responsibility for the Chiclayo and
Cajamarca regions in northern Peru.
Carlos Quispe is the new regional vicar of the Arequipa region, in the south. A former
Roman Catholic priest, he has previously undertaken several roles in Lima and Huancayo.
Misael Varillas takes over as regional vicar of Huancayo, in the central Andes to the east
of Lima. Trained at an evangelical seminary, he has worked in parishes in Lima and Ica.
Please pray for all of the Bishops in Peru as well as for Margaret Rutter, former Mission
Development Officer, who is visiting Peru this September in support of our links.
Pershore Deanery – Rural Dean: Susan Renshaw; Lay Chair: Sue Perry
Diocese of Espoo (Finland): Bishop Tapio Luoma
Diocese of Edinburgh (Scotland): Bishop John Armes
Church of South Sudan: Archbishop Daniel Yak
Mon 29 Parents & children at the start of the school term
Pray for all those children returning to school shortly and for those starting in nursery
and reception. Pray also for their parents and guardians as they ensure everything is
ready for the new school year.
Diocese of Gahini (Rwanda): Bishop Alexis Bilindabagabo
Tue 30
All who work in schools
Pray for all teachers, teaching assistants and all the support staff in schools as they
return for a new school year. Pray that they have been refreshed by the school holiday.
Diocese of Gambia (West Africa): Bishop James Odico
Wed 31 Diocese of Peru
For the new President, Pedro Pablo Kuczynski, who took office on 28 July, and for all in
government. For the people of Peru, following a divisive presidential election, and for
the churches who seek to bring healing and reconciliation.
Diocese of Gboko (Nigeria): Bishop Emmanuel Nyitsse
Thur 1 SEPTEMBER
All in further and higher education
Pray for all those who are studying or working in our further education colleges and
universities, particularly those starting this Autumn. Pray for all those who act as
chaplains to colleges and universities.
Diocese of George (Southern Africa): Bishop Brian Marajh
Fri 2
Pershore Deanery
We pray for deanery clergy and for our retired colleagues who are so generous with
their time, for our Readers and ALMs and for all who minister in Christ’s name in this
deanery. Pray that we may become less parochial and more aware of the wider Church
within the deanery and diocese. Rural Dean: Susan Renshaw, Lay Chair: Sue Perry
Diocese of Georgia (USA): Bishop Scott Benhase
Sat 3
Bredon Hill Group
Pray for Bredon with Bredon’s Norton and our continued development within the
Bredon Hill Group of Churches. Pray for members of the LMT; Viv, Amanda, Ray, Annie,
ALMs: Jill & Irena and for retired priest Christopher Frith. Pray for the Mustard Seed
Café in the Village Hall, combining informal worship, food and fun! Remember our two
young people preparing for confirmation. Clergy: Matthew Baynes
Diocese of Gippsland (Australia): Bishop Kay Goldsworthy
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Sunday 4 SEPTEMBER
New Diocesan Director of Education
At the beginning of September, Margaret James started
as the new Director of Education for the Diocese of
Worcester, supporting both Church and community
schools across Worcestershire and Dudley. Margaret
replaced Ann Mundy who retired as Director at the end
of August.
Margaret has been working as SIAMS (Statutory
Inspection of Anglican & Methodist Schools) and
Training Manager for the Diocese of Worcester for the
past four years, supporting schools with their inspections and training teachers, heads,
governors and clergy. She was also SIAMS Manager for the Diocese of Gloucester and
a consultant for the National Society and Education Office for the Church of England,
helping with the initial training of new inspectors and quality assurance.
Margaret said: “I have a real passion for Church Schools and everything they stand
for. The prospect of being more involved with them, particularly in Worcestershire and
Dudley, was an opportunity that I couldn’t pass up! It definitely felt as if God was calling
me to this post. I’m looking forward to being able to lead a great team in the diocesan
office as we fulfil our vision to enable Church Schools to help children flourish as unique
individuals in the image of God.”
Margaret lives in the village of Aust, just outside Bristol with her family, including
four children aged between 18 and 24. She is currently studying for a Doctorate in
Education, Christianity and Faith, focusing on the impact the SIAMs process has on
church school leaders. In her spare time Margaret enjoys attending the theatre with
her husband
Please pray for Margaret as she starts her new role, as well as the whole of the
diocesan education team.
Pershore Deanery – Rural Dean: Susan Renshaw; Lay Chair: Sue Perry
Diocese of Turku (Finland): Archbishop Kari Mäkinen with Bishop Kaarlo Kalliala
Diocese of York: Archbishop John Sentamu with Bishops Paul Ferguson (Whitby) John
Thomson (Selby), Alison White (Hull) and Glyn Webster (Beverley)
Church in Tanzania: Archbishop Jacob Chimeledya
Mon 5
Bredon Hill Group
Pray for the communities of Eckington & Defford cum Besford, for family worker, Becki
Bickerton; for the SOS (Social on Saturday) youth group; for Eckington CE First School,
Acting Head: Gill Humphriss, Defford cum Besford CE First, Head: Elaine Mather and
the Open the Book teams. Give thanks for the Pilgrim course, for small groups and for
all those couples getting married. Clergy: Susan Renshaw, Rick Tett
Diocese of Gitega (Burundi): Bishop John Nduwayo
Tue 6
Bredon Hill Group
Pray for Elmley Castle w Bricklehampton & the Combertons and give thanks for the retired
clergy in the benefice. Pray for our planned new work with children and young families
& co-operation between church, village and elderly residents’ home in Bricklehampton.
Diocese of Glasgow & Galloway (Scotland): Bishop Gregor Duncan
Wed 7
Diocese of Morogoro
Pray for the Pastors and their wives conference, being held from 5 to 8 September.
This is a milestone event because for many years they haven’t met together for such a
conference because of financial constraints. Diocese of Gloucester: Bishop Rachel Treweek with Bishop Designate Robert Springett (Tewkesbury)
Thur 8
Bredon Hill Group
Pray for Overbury w Teddington, Alstone & Little Washbourne w Beckford & Aston under
Hill. Give thanks for the hard work of the laity who along with clergy colleagues strive to
grow the church. Pray for our future, that we can rise to the challenges which lie ahead.
Clergy: Matthew Baynes, Susan Renshaw, Richard Worsley, Chris Worsley, Clive Parr;
Readers: John Dodge, Roger Palmer
Diocese of Grafton (Australia): Bishop Sarah Macneil
Fri 9
Fladbury, Wyre Piddle, Hill & Moor, Cropthorne, Charlton
Pray as we strive to build upon existing relationships with the Bowland and Flyfords
benefices, and seek new sustainable opportunities together to serve God and further His
Kingdom. For our ALMs. Clergy: Sarah Dangerfield, Gary Noyes, Nancy Murray-Peters;
Readers: Richard Mumford
Diocese of Gombe (Nigeria): Bishop Henry Ndukuba
Sat 10
Benefices of Bowland & the Flyfords
Please pray for: Abberton, Bishampton, Flyford Flavell, Grafton Flyford, Naunton Beauchamp,
North Piddle, Throckmorton, Broughton Hackett, Peopleton, Upton Snodsbury, White
Ladies Aston), and for our collaboration with Five Alive parish. Clergy: Sarah Dangerfield,
Gary Noyes, Nancy Murray-Peters; Readers: Delia Harding, Peter Charlesworth
Diocese of Grahamstown (Southern Africa): Bishop Ebenezer Ntlali
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Sunday 11 SEPTEMBER
Celebrating Reader Ministry
Two people will be
admitted to the office
of Reader next Saturday
in the Cathedral. Bishop
John will conduct the
service, licensing the
individuals to minister in
the parishes they have
been called to serve.
Readers are trained and licensed lay ministers in the Church of England, authorised in
particular to exercise a ministry of preaching and teaching. They undergo a two year
training course before being admitted to the role, after which they carry out a wide
range of tasks within their parishes and beyond, especially helping others to reflect on
their faith and how it relates to their daily lives.
Being licensed are:
• Andy Green from St Egwin, Norton and Lenchwick, which is in a combined benefice
with All Saints, Evesham and Chaplain to Evesham and Pershore Hospitals.
• Andy Hewines from Blakedown with Churchill and Broome.
This year’s service will also mark the 150th anniversary of Reader ministry. Existing
Readers will be present to renew their promises alongside the newly licenced and it will
be a celebration of the Ministry of the Word.
Dr Christina Baxter will preach at the service. Dr Baxter is a former lay Chair of General
Synod, the former Principal of St John’s College, Nottingham and is also a Reader
herself. The service will start at 2.30pm in the Cathedral and all are welcome.
Please pray for Andy and Andy as they are licensed as Readers, for those involved in
the service and for all of our Readers across the Diocese.
Pershore Deanery – Rural Dean: Susan Renshaw; Lay Chair: Sue Perry
Diocese of Salisbury, Bishop Nicholas Holtam with Bishops Edward Condry (Ramsbury)
and Karen Gorham (Sherborne)
Diocese of St Asaph (Wales): Bishop Gregory Cameron
Diocese of Ribe (Denmark): Bishop Elof Westergaard
Church of Uganda: Archbishop Stanley Ntagali with Assistant Bishop of Kampala Hannington Mutebi
Mon 12 Visit of the Archbishop of Canterbury
One of the Archbishop’s priorities is prayer and the renewal of religious life. Please
pray for those events focussed around this priority when Archbishop Justin visits from
7 – 9 October.
Diocese of Guadalcanal (Melanesia): Bishop Nathan Tome
Tue 13
Benefices of Bowland & the Flyfords
Pray for our parishes, that as we move forward, people would come to know more
deeply the love of Christ in their lives. Clergy: Sarah Dangerfield, Gary Noyes, Nancy
Murray-Peters; Readers: Delia Harding, Peter Charlesworth
Diocese of Guatemala (Central America): Archbishop Armando Soria
Diocese of Panama (Central America): Bishop Julio Murray
Wed 14 Evangelische Kirche in Mitteldeutschland
We are holding a workshop for all those who work with children, particularly leading
worship with children. Please pray for all those who will be coming to St John’s Church,
Halle to meet and share experience and ideas. Pray this will help us include more
children in worship and that God will bless all those engaged in children’s work.
Diocese of Guildford: Bishop Andrew Watson with Bishop Ian Brackley (Dorking)
Thur 15 Benefices of Bowland & the Flyfords
We give thanks for our ALMs Claire Billington, Peter Penhallow and April Noyes, and
for retired clergy across the benefices. Clergy: Sarah Dangerfield, Gary Noyes, Nancy
Murray-Peters; Readers: Delia Harding, Peter Charlesworth
Diocese of Guinea (West Africa): Bishop Jacques Boston
Fri 16
Calling Young Disciples
Pray for the ongoing work on the Calling Young Disciples element of our Kingdom People
vision. For recently appointed Project Director, Ruth Walker, and for those responsible
for beginning to recruit the first Mission Enablers who will work with our parishes to help
strengthen work with children, young people and families.
Diocese of Gujarat (North India): Bishop Silvans Christian
Sat 17
Holy Cross, Pershore & St Nicholas Pinvin
Please pray for the parishes of the Pershore Benefice as we work on Mission Action
Plans to enable us to be Kingdom People in our communities. For our Pilgrim Course
House Groups. For our ALMs: Suzanne, Sandra, Hillary and Tim. Clergy: Claire Lording,
Orion Edgar, Alma Organ and those with PTO. Readers: David Bray, Angela Gerrard,
Peter Stansbie, Joanna Williams
Diocese of Gusau (Nigeria): Bishop John Garba
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Sunday 18 SEPTEMBER
Hagley Bell ringing
Richard Scarth has been bell-ringing for the past
ten years and three years ago became Tower
Captain at St John the Baptist in Hagley. The team
of ringers has gone from strength to strength.
“It’s essential to be open and welcoming to
everyone,” says Richard. “I try to ensure that
when people come to try ringing, they have an
enjoyable experience and leave the tower with a
smile on their face!”
There are now up to a dozen people who come to
ring at Hagley on practice nights, ranging in age
from 11 to over 70.
The Church has a Facebook page for the bell
ringers and a hand bell ringing group has
started, with support from the hand bell master
at St John’s Church in Halesowen, John Lashford. “Our hand bells are from the Victorian
era and hadn’t been used much in recent years, so it’s great to see this little community
growing,” says Richard.
Anyone is welcome to Hagley’s bell ringing practice on Wednesday night. The bell tower
holds at least one open day a year, often linked to open days at nearby Hagley Park.
The church also commemorates local and national events with peels and quarter-peels.
“Bell ringing is a real traditional English pastime,” says Richard. “Once you get the hang
of it, it’s great fun and you’ll be welcome in any of the 6000 bell towers worldwide.
There’s often a certain mystique about what goes on in bell towers but there are lots of
reasons to come and have a go and find out more!”
Please pray for Richard and his bell-ringing team at Hagley as well as for all those who
ring bells in churches across the Diocese.
Pershore Deanery – Rural Dean: Susan Renshaw; Lay Chair: Sue Perry
Diocese of Tuam, Killala and Achonry (Ireland): Bishop Patrick Rooke
Diocese of Bath and Wells: Bishop Peter Hancock with Bishop Ruth Worsley (Taunton)
The Episcopal Church: Archbishop Michael Curry
Mon 19 Visit of the Archbishop of Canterbury
Please pray for those events focussed around Archbishop Justin’s priority of
reconciliation, which will be held when he visits the Diocese from 7 – 9 October.
Particularly ‘The Power of Hope’ with the Archbishop in conversation with Nobel Prize
winner Malala Yousafzai at Dudley College.
Diocese of Guyana (West Indies): Vacant
Tue 20
St Mary, Wick & St James the Great, Birlingham
Please pray for those who have been married in Pershore Benefice this year. For our
baptism families; for Parents and Toddlers. For Morning Praise and Family Services. For
the leadership of our Churchwardens. For our ALMs: Suzanne, Sandra, Hillary and Tim.
Clergy: Claire Lording, Orion Edgar, Alma Organ and those with PTO. Readers: David
Bray, Angela Gerrard, Peter Stansbie, Joanna Williams
Diocese of Gwagwalada (Nigeria): Bishop Moses Tabwaye
Wed 21 Economy and Daily Life
On St Matthew’s day pray for all who work in HMRC, collecting taxes, and for wisdom
in the way taxes are used by the government for local and national services, including
the welfare and health services.
Diocese of Haiti (USA): Bishop Jean Duracin with Suffragan Bishop Oge Beauvoir
Thur 22 Stoulton with Drakes Broughton, Pirton &
Norton Juxta Kempsey
Please pray for the PCCs, churchwardens and all who will help to sustain the churches
during this time of vacancy. Readers: Ron Rust, John Rider (emeritus)
Diocese of Hanuato’o (Melanesia): Bishop Alfred Karibongi
Fri 23
Retired Clergy in Pershore Deanery
We pray for all retired clergy living and worshipping in Pershore Deanery. We continue
to be thankful for the many contributions they make to the ministry of the church. We
also pray for those who are finding their capacity limited and are not able to undertake
as much as they would like.
Diocese of Harare (Central Africa): Bishop Chad Gandiya
Sat 24
Mucknell Abbey
Give thanks and pray for the young adults participating in our ‘Alongsider’ programme
and for all our neighbours, visitors, and retreatants who support the life of the
monastery. For Abbot Stuart and the Benedictine Community.
Diocese of Hawaii (USA): Bishop Robert Fitzpatrick
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Sunday 25 SEPTEMBER
Mon 26 Archbishop of Canterbury visit
Pray for those events which have an evangelism focus when Archbishop Justin visits,
in particular the interview with Jeremy Vine at Worcester Arena, the ‘prayer and praise’
event at Merry Hill and the families’ event at St Stephen’s Redditch.
Diocese of Hereford: Bishop Richard Frith with Bishop Alistair Magowan (Ludlow)
Tue 27
Happy birthday to the Mothers’ Union
During 2016, the Mothers’ Union celebrates its 140th anniversary!
Members of the Mothers’ Union are Christians from all walks of life who join together to
carry out charitable acts and mission-focussed programmes.
Membership of Mothers’ Union isn’t passive – simply handing over a fee once a year.
Member are actively involved in a fellowship that goes right around the world. This
fellowship and the deeper engagement with their Christian faith is often described by
members as the most valuable part of membership.
Many members commit to active volunteering in local projects run or supported by
Mothers’ Union that reach out to support marriage and family life in whatever way is
most needed by the local community.
Droitwich Deanery
Pray for those who were confirmed this summer; for all who are exploring faith, vocation
and discipleship; for churches offering welcome to people in many new areas of
housing. Lay Chair: Janet Bryan; Rural Dean: Sheila Banyard; Treasurer: John Gearey;
Secretary: Carolyn Gumbley; Deanery priest: Barbara Wheatley.
Diocese of Highveld (Southern Africa): Bishop David Bannerman
Wed 28 Diocese of Peru
For Carlos Quispe and Misael Varillas, priests recently appointed to work as ‘vicarios’ in
the areas of Arequipa and Huancayo. This work involves leading the clergy of the area
in seeking to grow and develop the church in these regions. Pray too for the clergy with
whom they work and for their congregations.
Diocese of Ho (Ghana): Bishop Matthias Mededues-Badohu
Thur 29 Bowbrook Group
Membership of Mothers’ Union is open to all Christians baptised in the Trinity – not
just Anglicans – with members coming from diverse denominations. All members are
committed to supporting the aims and objectives of Mothers’ Union and commit to
undertake Bible reading, church worship and private prayer in their lives, including
supporting their fellow members in prayer.
Pray for Feckenham, Hanbury, Stock & Bradley. For our ministry of welcome, giving thanks
for the blessing of our buildings. For retired clergy, in particular Michael Goode, Keith
Withington and our worship leaders. For Hanbury First School and the Open the Book team.
Clergy: Wyn Beynon, David Morris, Sue Pollard, Rita Holden, Sue Barrett, Gary Crellin;
Readers: Peter Charlesworth, John Spencer
Diocese of Honduras (USA): Bishop Lloyd Allen
Above all members discover a wealth
of friendship, the opportunity to learn,
opportunities to deepen their spiritual life
as well as to serve and to grow.
Fri 30
Please pray for all the members of the
Mothers’ Union, across the Diocese and
worldwide.
Droitwich Deanery – Rural Dean: Sheila Banyard; Lay Chair: Janet Bryan
Diocese of Sheffield: Vacant with Bishop Peter Burrows (Doncaster)
Diocese of Sodor and Man: Bishop Robert Paterson
Church of Greenland: Bishop Sofie Petersen
The Church in Wales: Archbishop Barry Morgan
Bowbrook Group
Pray for Crowle & Bredicot. For Crowle First School, Head: Miss Biggs, for the Open the
Book team and for our new contemporary worship service, “Presence”. Remember those
who work on the upkeep of our churches. Clergy: David Morris, Rita Holden; Readers:
Margaret Farquhar, Margaret Mandrell Diocese of Hpa-an (Myanmar): Bishop Saw Stylo
Sat 1 OCTOBER Bowbrook Group
Pray for Hadzor with Oddingley & Tibberton as we embark on significant building works.
Pray for the “Open Sunday” service and our links with Tibberton First School together
with the Open the Book team. Clergy: David Morris, Rita Holden, Sue Pollard and
Michael Goode. Readers: Abigail Penfold and John Spencer
Diocese of Huron (Ontario, Canada) Bishop Robert Franklin Bennett
with Bishop Coadjutor Linda Nicholls and Suffragan Bishop Terrance Dance
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Sunday 2 OCTOBER
The Archbishop of Canterbury visit
Credit - Lambeth Palace-Picture Partnership
From 7 – 9 October, the Archbishop of Canterbury,
Justin Welby, will be visiting the Diocese of Worcester to
affirm our ministry here in Worcestershire and Dudley.
There will be three public events through which we hope
as many people as possible will be able to see and
interact with the Archbishop. He will be in conversation
with the BBC’s Jeremy Vine at Worcester Arena on
Friday 7 October, visiting an activities day for families
at St Stephen’s Redditch on Saturday 8 October and
taking part in a prayer and praise event at Merry Hill
shopping Centre in Dudley on Sunday 9 October.
Mon 3
Bowbrook Group
Pray for the villagers of Himbleton and Huddington and the congregations and
volunteers who are trying to maintain an active, visible and caring ministry in these
parishes. For our links with Himbleton First School and for the many lay ministries in our
churches. Clergy: David Morris, Sue Pollard, Rita Holden; Reader: Margaret Farquhar
Diocese of Hyderabad (Pakistan): Bishop Kaleem John
Tue 4
Stoke Prior, Wychbold & Upton Warren
Give thanks for the growing community interest in supporting our church. For the recent
Summer Ball in Stoke Prior and the amazing Friends of the Tower group, a local pub raising
money for the tower, plans to share next year’s village and church fetes in Wychbold, and
a community meal in Upton Warren church. For our Readers in training: Melissa Beynon
and Fiona Carter. Clergy: Wyn Beynon, Gary Crellin; Readers: Angela Kovacevic
Diocese of Ibadan (Nigeria): Archbishop Joseph Akinfenwa
Wed 5
Diocese of Morogoro
Alongside these events, Archbishop Justin will be
visiting other parts of the Diocese to bless and
encourage the work of different church groups. This
includes an afternoon tea showcasing the work of
our rural churches, including those involved in the
Germinate programme, a business breakfast exploring the importance of business
ethics and an event for young people titled ‘The Power of Hope’, in which Archbishop
Justin will be talking to Nobel Laureate, Malala Yousafzai at Dudley College. There will
also be a special ‘retreat in daily’ life for clergy and Readers and a dedicated schools
event, both held at the Cathedral.
The bishop’s wife, Leah Sehaba, continues to receive treatment in Dar-es-Salaam (a
five hour journey from Morogoro) as she waits for a kidney transplant. Please pray for
God’s healing, and pray also for Bishop Godfrey Sehaba as he ministers in Morogoro.
Diocese of Ibadan North (Nigeria): Bishop Segun Okubadejo
All of the Archbishop’s itinerary has been planned with his priorities of reconciliation,
prayer and the renewal of the church in mind, as well as focussing around many of the
elements of our own Kingdom People vision.
Fri 7
Please pray for Archbishop Justin as he comes to the Diocese of Worcester and for the
staff who will come with him. Pray for all those organising the events during his visit and
for those who will attend, that new people will come to faith and others will have their
faith refreshed and strengthened as a result.
Droitwich Deanery – Rural Dean: Sheila Banyard; Lay Chair: Janet Bryan
Diocese of Swansea and Brecon (Wales): Bishop John Davies
Diocese of Leicester: Martyn Snow with Suffragan Bishop Christopher Boyle
The Church in West Africa: Archbishop Daniel Sarfo
Thur 6
Droitwich Spa Team Ministry
Pray for St Andrews and St Nicholas especially the Alpha Course 7.15pm every
Thursday evening and the new 3pm service the fourth Sunday of the month for children
and adults of any age both at St Andrews.
Diocese of Ibadan South (Nigeria): Bishop Jacob Ajetunmobi
Droitwich Spa Team Ministry
Pray for the churches of St Peter de Witton & St Augustine Dodderhill for the continuing
development of children’s ministry at St Peters and all staff and pupils at St Peter’s
CEVA First School. Clergy: Nigel Byard, Bev Jameson, Laura Handy
Diocese of Ibba (Sudan) Bishop Wilson Kamani
Diocese of Idah (Nigeria): Bishop Joseph Musa
Sat 8
Salwarpe with Martin Hussingtree
Pray for St Michaels, Salwarpe and St Michaels and All Angels, Martin Hussingtree
for the continuing new pattern of services and all staff and pupils at Hindlip CE School.
Clergy: Nigel Byard, Bev Jameson, Laura Handy
Diocese of Idaho (USA): Bishop Brian Thom
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Sunday 9 OCTOBER
Germinate
On Saturday 15 October, the 2016 Germinate! Conference, “Making
it happen” is taking place, focussing on the challenge of deepening
discipleship in order to inspire, encourage and equip flourishing rural mission. A number of our rural churches in West
Worcestershire have been working together
in Germinate learning communities. These
‘communities’ are made up of around 35
people from across the parishes (including the
incumbents) who have committed to meeting
together for two days every six months over
two years, to share experiences and ideas
and come away with a plan of action for
each benefice. The learning communities are
currently half way through the process.
Anne Lewis, member of St John the Baptist Church in Suckley, said: The Germinate
learning Community has provided a stimulating and enjoyable forum to share ideas. We
have discovered new ways to identify the resources we have in the 14 churches in the
Worcestershire West Rural Team and looked at how they can best be used to enable us
to work together, despite being such a widespread rural group of churches looked after
by only two stipendiary priests.
“It has inspired us to realise that working together we can face the future stronger
and has given us the boldness to take responsibilities that we have previously have
assumed would just be taken by those wearing the dog collar.
“As Kingdom People we are, each one of us in our own way, now needing to accept
Christ’s commission to go in to the world and make disciples. It really is up to US.”
Please pray for all those involved in the Germinate learning communities and for those
attending the conference next weekend.
Droitwich Deanery – Rural Dean: Sheila Banyard; Lay Chair: Janet Bryan
Diocese of Liverpool: Bishop Paul Bayes with Suffragan Bishop Richard Blackburn
Diocese of Monmouth (Wales): Bishop Richard Pain
Diocese of Haderslev (Denmark): Bishop Marianne Christiansen
The Church in the West Indies: Archbishop John Holder
Mon 10 Elmley Lovett & Hampton Lovett
Pray for churchwardens Ruth, Richard & James. For all farmers who work hard to provide
food for us throughout the year. For the continuing work on the fabric of the church and its
work on developing a mission vision of the church in the surrounding community. Clergy:
Derek Arnold, Jan Ashton; Reader: James Homer
Diocese of Ideato (Nigeria): Bishop Caleb Maduoma
Diocese of Idoani (Nigeria): Bishop Ezekiel Dahunsi
Tue 11
Elmbridge & Rushock
For the churchwardens Anne, Dave, Laurence and Shirley. For our links with Cutnall Green
School, Head: Catherine Atkinson, Executive Principal: Kate Brant and the Open the Book
team. For continuing success and development of the Family Service, and the future blending
of the Seven Parishes Benefice. Clergy: Derek Arnold, Jan Ashton; Reader: James Homer
Diocese of Ife (Nigeria): Bishop Oluwole Odubogun
Wed 12 Evangelische Kirche in Mitteldeutschland
This week EKM holds a retreat and training event for the young brass players of our
Church. Participants will work at developing their musical skills and play together in a
big brass band. Pray for all who lead and share in this event, that it helps the spread
of the gospel through music.
Diocese of Ife East (Nigeria): Bishop Oluseyi Oyelade
Thur 13 Doverdale & Ombersley
For the churchwardens Andrew, Jenny, Robert and John. For links with Ombersley First School
& Sytchampton Primary and their Headteachers. For the Open the book team. For the ongoing work on the fabric of the churches and fundraising projects. For a deepening of the
relationship between the Seven Parishes. Clergy: Derek Arnold, Robin Walter, Jan Ashton;
Readers: James Homer, Richard Jeynes Diocese of Ifo (Nigeria): Bishop Nathaniel Ogundipe
Fri 14
Hartlebury & Bishop’s Wood
For churchwarden Carolyn. For our links with Hartlebury CE Primary School, Head:
Caroline Unitt. For the Home Group, and its prayers for the mission of the church. For
those at St Mary’s, Bishop’s Wood and a clarity of vision for both churches. For the work
of the Revd Stephen Owens. Clergy: Derek Arnold, Jan Ashton; Reader: James Homer
Diocese of Igbomina (Nigeria): Archbishop Michael Akinyemi
Sat 15
Retired Clergy in Droitwich Deanery
We ask God’s blessing on the retired clergy who live and worship in Droitwich Deanery,
giving thanks for their vocation and ministry over the years. We give thanks too for the
continuing ministry many are able to offer in our parishes.
Diocese of Igbomina - West (Nigeria): Bishop James Akinola
Trinity
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Sunday 16 OCTOBER
Youth Support services celebrates 30 years
YSS is an independent charity which is very proud to be celebrating
30 years of providing mainly community based support services for
people who are often vulnerable, have complex needs and who
face difficult life challenges. Those supported include young carers
(aged 7 -24), young people in custody (aged 10 -17) and adults
coming out of prison.
YSS started in 1986 as a multi-agency project called ISS (Intensive
Support Scheme) hosted under the umbrella of the Worcester
Diocesan Board for Social Responsibility with a management board consisting of Social
Services, Youth Services, Education, Probation, Police and local Magistrates. The name
changed to YSS in 1994 and in 2000 YSS was registered as an independent charity
and company limited by guarantee. They now reach over 2000 people a year across
West Mercia & Warwickshire and have 50 staff and over 150 volunteers.
YSS is often described as being ‘the glue’ between people at risk of being socially
isolated and wider mainstream society by delivering support services that are focused
on achieving positive life outcomes. Staff and volunteers work mainly out in the
community at times and places that suit the service users. They are passionate about
what they do and will always go the extra mile to make a difference.
To find out more about YSS please visit: www.yss.org.uk
Mon 17 Bromsgrove Deanery
Pray for unity and creativity as we seek to discern what God is calling us to focus on
as a deanery and that He will reveal what we can do together that we cannot do as
individual parishes and teams. For our new treasurer, Stephen Mitchell, giving thanks
for all Paul Lowe’s past work over many years. Rural Dean: Paul Lawlor; Lay Chair:
David Hargreaves
Diocese of Ihiala (Nigeria): Bishop Ralph Okafor
Diocese of Ijebu (Nigeria): Bishop Ezekiel Awosoga
Tue 18
Bromsgrove Team Ministry
Thank God for all committed to the life and work of All Saints Church and pray especially
for outreach projects, The Chattery and Small Saints. Clergy: Christine Holzapfel, Carey
Saleh, Sue Humphries (retired); Reader: Rosemary Sumner
Diocese of Ijebu - North (Nigeria): Bishop Solomon Kuponu
Wed 19 Economy and Daily Life
Pray for people who are self-employed in your community. There are 4.7 million people
self-employed in the UK who do not benefit from employment law concerning such
things as maternity and paternity leave and sick pay. Pray for resilience and discernment.
Diocese of Ijesa North East (Nigeria): Bishop Joseph Olusola
Thur 20 Bromsgrove Team Ministry
Pray for the churches of St John the Baptist and St Andrew, Charford. For the outreach
and ministry among young families, especially our parent and toddler groups. For the
deepening of new partnerships in the community and for the development of our Mission
Action Plan. Churchwardens: Shan & Alan, ALMs: Brian, Amanda, Janet, Ruth, Bob,
Jane, Steve, Rich, Jo, Ruth; Clergy: Ray Khan; Readers: Hilda Roxborough and Phil Saleh
Diocese of Ijesha North (Nigeria): Bishop Isaac Oluyamo
Please pray for the staff
at volunteers and YSS and
the many vulnerable people
which the charity supports.
Fri 21
Bromsgrove Deanery –
Rural Dean: Paul Lawlor;
Lay Chair - David Hargreaves
Diocese of Truro: Bishop Tim Thornton with Bishop Chris Goldsmith (St Germans)
Diocese of Tönsberg (Norway): Bishop Per Arne Dahl
Diocese of Strängnäs (Sweden): Bishop Johan Dalman
Dioceses of Colombo & Kurunagala (Ceylon): Bishop Dhiloraj Canagasabey
Sat 22
Bromsgrove Team Ministry
Pray for Christ Church, Catshill, the Churchwardens and the ministry and pastoral
teams. Clergy: Bev Robertson, Pat Barford; Reader: Geoff Westwood
Diocese of Ijumu (Nigeria): Bishop Ezekiel Ikupolati
Bromsgrove Team Ministry
Pray for St Godwalds’, Finstall and thank God for the faithfulness of the long-time
members and the growing commitment of new folk to the life and work of the church.
Pray for a successful conclusion to the current re-ordering project. Clergy: Christine
Holzapfel, Carey Saleh, Margaret Woodgates (retired); Readers: Janet Hewer, Phil Saleh
Diocese of Ikara (Nigeria): Bishop Yusuf Janfalan
Bible Sunday Sunday 23 OCTOBER
Tiny Tunes in Worcester
Mon 24 Holy Trinity Dodford & St Mary
Please pray for all involved in mission and ministry in Dodford that we may find new
ways of serving our community. Clergy: Bev Robertson
Diocese of Ikeduru (Nigeria): Bishop Emmanuel Maduwike
Diocese of Ikka (Nigeria): Bishop Peter Onekpe
Tue 25
Redditch town Centre Ecumenical Covenant
With Methodist, URC, Catholic, Salvation Army and C of E members we pray we can
help provide the human and financial resources required to continue to support the
community of Redditch.
Diocese of Ikwerre (Nigeria): Bishop Blessing Enyindah
Wed 26 Diocese of Peru
For the social work of the diocese and the projects it supports, especially the Shalom
Centre and the Noah’s Ark projects in Lima, the Children’s Home in Arequipa, and the
ministry into prisons. For all those responsible for leading these projects and all whom
they support.
Diocese of Ikwo (Nigeria): Bishop Kenneth Ifemene
Every month, St Martin’s Church, London Road in Worcester hosts a very special concert.
Tiny Tunes is a joint venture between The Elgar School of Music and St Martin’s Church.
The idea is to provide a relaxed, baby-friendly environment for parents and carers with
babies and very young children, where they can all enjoy a varied selection of lovely
and lively music, performed by professional musicians. After the concerts, coffee and
home-made cakes are available.
Church member, Shirley Scott said: “The atmosphere was buzzing at the launch concert
of Tiny Tunes at St Martin’s last May. We had no idea how many to expect, and we were
delighted to welcome 45 adults and 43 tinies, most of whom sat quietly for much of the
time, listening to the animal-themed programme of music for cello and piano, played
by Corinne Frost and Janine Parsons. There were some cuddly animals available, and
a few small instruments for the toddlers to have a go at playing themselves.”
The concerts are held in St Martin’s at 10.30am on the 4th Monday in the month
(except December). Please pray for those involved in organising the Tiny Tunes concerts and for all those
who attend.
Bromsgrove Deanery – Rural Dean: Paul Lawlor; Lay Chair - David Hargreaves
Diocese of Växjö (Sweden): Bishop Fredrik Modéus
Diocese of Oxford: Bishop Steven Croft with Bishops Andrew Proud (Reading),
Colin Fletcher (Dorchester) and Alan Wilson (Buckingham)
Church in Cuba: Bishop Griselda Del Carpio with Suffragan Bishop Ulises Prendes
Thur 27 Ipsley Team Ministry
Pray for the three congregations and one church of St Peter’s. For our common lifestyle.
For the leaders & congregations as we engage with Kingdom work in the community
& outreach with schools. For our wardens: Judy Evans, Linda Nicholas. Clergy: Garth
Nathaniel, Readers: Peter McLaren, David Hargreaves, Christine McLaren, Catherine
McLaren, Christine Tilley, Linda Nicholas
Diocese of Ikwuano (Nigeria): Bishop Chigozirim Onyegbule
Fri 28
Ipsley Team Ministry
Pray for the community of St John the Evangelist, Greenlands. For the congregation &
Leaders reimagining worship & outreach and our planning for the future. For community
& school outreach, children & youth leaders and our wardens: Ann Donovan & Sharon
Forrest. Clergy: Garth Nathaniel, Richard Harding, Ian Evans; Readers: Vicky Quarton,
Rosemary Humphrey, Maureen Hughes
Diocese of Ilaje (Nigeria): Bishop Fredrick Olugbemi
Sat 29
Ipsley Team Ministry
Pray for Christ Church, Matchborough. Give thanks for the children’s and young
people’s ministry and pray for the Wave youth service. Pray for those who live or work
in Matchborough and for opportunities to build relationships. Clergy: Richard Harding,
Ian Evans; Readers: Marilyn Bishop, Phil Williams
Diocese of Ile - Oluji (Nigeria): Bishop Samson Adekunle
All Saints’ Day Sunday 30 OCTOBER
Living Wage Week
Sunday 30 October - Saturday 4 November is ‘Living Wage Week’
The Diocesan Board of Finance and Worcester
Cathedral are members of the Living Wage
Foundation and parishes are encouraged by
Diocesan Synod to pay the Living Wage to their
employees.
The Living Wage predates the National Living
Wage (which was implemented from April this
year and at £7.20 an hour for those who are
25 and over is a legal requirement replacing the
national minimum wage) and is set at £8.25
outside London. This reflects what is required,
based on careful research, to have a modest but
reasonable standard of living. The rate for the coming year will be announced during
Living Wage Week. Over 2,500 employers, including a third of FTSE 100 companies
have voluntarily signed up to the Living Wage.
There are many benefits: staff are more highly motivated and productive with less staff
turnover because they feel valued, which can balance out the extra cost. Some of
these may be obscured by difficulties for some employers with the statutory National
Living Wage. The speed of implementation and above inflation increases in coming
years make it difficult to adapt. Some employers have cut other benefits or reduced
staff. Some fear they may go out of business. Retailing, hospitality, social care and
horticulture in and around the Vale of Evesham that have low business margins and
employ large numbers of lower paid workers are particularly affected.
Pray for employees that struggle to get by on low pay (and sometimes uncertain hours),
for employers that fear their businesses will find it hard to adapt and for a fair deal for all.
Bromsgrove Deanery – Rural Dean: Paul Lawlor; Lay Chair - David Hargreaves
Diocese of Carlisle: Bishop James Newcome with Bishop Robert Freeman (Penrith)
Diocese of Stavanger (Norway): Bishop Erling Pettersen
Diocese of Bermuda: Bishop Nicholas Dill
Mon 31 Strategic Funding application
Pray for those who are working on the 2nd stage of the strategic funding application.
Particularly for Director of Ministry & Discipleship, Jonathan Kimber and Diocesan
Secretary, Robert Higham who are leading the group pulling the application together.
Diocese of Ilesa (Nigeria): Bishop Olubayu Sowale
Tue 1 NOVEMBER Christ the King Team Ministry
Pray for the community of The Bridge, Headless Cross. For Methodist Minister Ruth
Wilson whose ministry is shared with the circuit and deanery in Redditch. Pray for our
Mission Action Plan and the mission and ministry exercise in our community. We ask
the Holy Spirit will guide and bless our work. Clergy: Glenn Reading; Reader: Roger Ling
Diocese of Ilesa South West (Nigeria): Bishop Samuel Egbebunmi
Wed 2
Diocese of Morogoro
Pray for the church run institutions in Berega - Bible School, Hospital, School of
Nursing, Orphanage, and Bishop Chitemo English Medium Primary School. Pray also for
the work of Morogoro Bible College, and its financing, and remember all the parishes of
Morogoro Diocese in a year when much rain has badly affected the crops.
Diocese of Indianapolis (USA): Bishop Catherine Waynick
Thur 3
Diocesan Holy Land Pilgrimage
Please pray for all those travelling on the diocesan Holy Land pilgrimage from today
until 12 November, particularly for Bishop John and Archbishop Bernard Longley who
are leading the visit.
Diocese of Iowa (USA): Bishop Alan Scarfe
Fri 4
Christ the King Team Ministry
Please pray for the congregation of St Mattias & St George, Astwood Bank as we seek
to engage with our community and serve the needs of the individuals and families in
the village. Especially for our work in local community schools and with children. Pray
also for the PCC as we continue to be wise stewards of the resources we have been
given. Clergy: Glenn Reading
Diocese of Iran: Bishop Azad Marshall
Sat 5
Christ the King Team Ministry
Pray for the parish of St. Peter, Crabbs Cross. For our links with Crabbs Cross Academy,
Head: Sarah Shakels & Gayle Avery, RE Coordinator and for the Open the Book team.
For St. Augustine’s High School, Head: Tony Quinn. For our Alpha course and post-Alpha
groups. Clergy: Michael Bartlett
Diocese of Irele - Eseodo - (Nigeria): Bishop Felix Akinbuluma
Diocese of Isikwuato (Nigeria): Bishop Manasses Okere
3 Before Advent Sunday 6 NOVEMBER
Feckenham World War 1 concerts
Two special concerts will be held at John the Baptist Church in
Feckenham on 11 & 12 November at 7.30pm. ‘A Suite for the Fallen
Soldier’ has been specially written by Phil Mountford as a response
to the Great War in words and music and includes a narrative by
Kathy Gee, a poet who lives in the village, based on real letters written by serving
Worcestershire soldiers at the time.
Composer Phil says: I started with the idea of relating a global issue on a local scale.
Looking at The First World War, I wanted to explore the power of the personal and
research the process of commemoration locally. I hope I have connected the place
and people of today with the place and people from 100 years ago. Connecting
this generation with a previous one, sharing stories and preserving them for future
generations.”
The concerts are a part of the village’s commemoration of the role played by local
soldiers in World War 1. A walking tour has also been put together around Feckenham,
telling the stories of 12 of the 24 soldiers whose names are recorded on the village
war memorial.
Find out more at: www.feckenhamww1.org.uk
Please pray for all those involved in the
concerts to commemorate World War 1
being held in Feckenham.
Bromsgrove Deanery – Rural Dean: Paul
Lawlor; Lay Chair - David Hargreaves
The Lusitanian Church (Portugal): Bishop José Cabral
Diocese of Winchester: Bishop Timothy Dakin
with Bishops David Williams (Basingstoke)
and Jonathan Frost (Southhampton)
Diocese of Agder and Telemark (Norway):
Bishop Stein Reinertsen
Mon 7
Holy Trinity Team Ministry
Pray for the community of St Leonard, Beoley. For the building repair and restoration work
which should be taking place in November, for outreach to schools and for preparations
for the church’s Advent and Christmas programme of services and events. Clergy: Richard
Clark, Paul Irving, Paul Lawlor, Dick Johnson, Allison Davies; Readers: Enid Mullis,
Margaret Lloyd, Norma Walters Diocese of Isiala-Ngwa (Nigeria): Bishop Owen Azubuike
Tue 8
Holy Trinity Team Ministry
Pray for the community at St Bartholomew, Tardebigge. For our outreach to children
and young families, and increased use of our church buildings through concerts and
other events. Clergy: Richard Clark, Paul Irving, Paul Lawlor, Dick Johnson, Allison Davies;
Reader: Raymond Hopkins.
Diocese of Isial-Ngwa South (Nigeria): Bishop Isaac Nwaobia
Wed 9
Evangelische Kirche in Mitteldeutschland
On 9 November in 1938 (Kristallnacht), Jewish businesses, houses, and synagogues
were looted and destroyed and an unknown number of Jews were murdered. We may
never be able to do justice to the victims but by remembering, we pray that we may never
see this again. We ask God for courage to stand up against the demons and violence of
nationalistic ideologies.
Diocese of Jabalpur (North India): Bishop Prem Singh
Thur 10 Holy Trinity Team Ministry
Pray for St Stephen, Redditch. Give thanks for the positive interactions generated by
our church being open and accessible and for creative interaction with God through our
prayer activity space. Pray for our links with the Town Centre community and that we, and
others, grow in discipleship. Clergy: Richard Clark, Paul Irving, Paul Lawlor, Dick Johnson,
Allison Davies
Diocese of Jaffna (South India): Bishop Daniel Thiagarajah
Fri 11
St Philip, Webheath
Please pray for the funds to complete our church extension and our ministry especially
to young families. Also for our exhibition and vigil to mark the end of the Battle of the
Somme. Clergy: Richard Clark, Paul Irving, Paul Lawlor, Dick Johnson, Allison Davies
Diocese of Jalingo (Nigeria): Bishop Timothy Yahaya
Sat 12
Retired clergy in Bromsgrove Deanery
We ask God’s blessing on the retired clergy who live and worship in Bromsgrove
Deanery, giving thanks for their vocation and ministry over the years. We give thanks
too for the continuing ministry many are able to offer in our parishes.
Diocese of Jamaica & The Cayman Islands (West Indies): Bishop Howard Gregory
with Bishops Robert Thompson (Kingston) & Bishop Leon Golding (Montego Bay)
Remembrance
Sunday
Sunday 13 NOVEMBER
Remembrance Sunday
This year marks 100 years since the
battle of the Somme.
Earlier in the year, Worcester Cathedral
marked the opening day of the battle
and today it will be marked as part of the
Remembrance Day commemorations.
Canon Georgina Byrne explains why it’s
important to remember:
“The Battle of the Somme began on 1 July 1916 and ended on 19 November, the
same year as winter closed in. In the space of 141 days over a million soldiers from
Britain, the British Empire, France and the German Empire were dead or wounded. The
British and French had taken seven miles of German territory.
“Apart from the sheer loss of life on both sides, the Battle of Somme remains significant
in British history because of the involvement of volunteer recruits who took part
alongside the regular army. These were enthusiastic, fit young men, drawn to fight for
their country and recruited by Lord Kitchener. Many of these men came from the same
towns and villages, or from the same factories, and had joined up in ‘Pals’ battalions’,
with no experience of warfare.
“We can no longer ‘remember’ the Battle of the Somme: there is no one living who
does remember it. Instead we commemorate – and it is important that we do so. We
come together in prayer to acknowledge the horrors of war, the loss of a generation,
the grief that still resonates a hundred years later, and to reaffirm our determination
to work for peace.”
The Cathedral will mark Remembrance Sunday in the 10am service, with an act of
remembrance at the county war memorial outside the cathedral at 10.55 am.
Pray for all those who continue to be affected by war.
Upton Deanery - Rural Dean: Christopher Moss; Lay Chair: Roger Gillard
The Reformed Episcopal Church of Spain: Bishop Carlos López-Lozano
Diocese of Norwich: Bishop Graham James
with Bishops Alan Winton (Thetford) and Jonathan Meyrick (Lynn)
Diocese of Luleå (Sweden): Bishop Hans Stiglund
Mon 14 Upton Deanery
Please pray for the Synod in encouraging support for its overseas mission links, and
for outreach to children and young people. Rural Dean: Chris Moss; Lay Chair: Roger
Gillard; Deanery Secretary: Eileen Moss; Deanery Treasurer: John Boardman
Diocese of Jebba (Nigeria): Bishop Timothy Adewole
Tue 15
Berrow Benefice
Pray for the communities in Eldersfield, Hollybush, Pendock, Berrow and Birtsmorton.
For the successful completion of the next stage of St Faith’s restoration project, for the
ongoing work of the team and all who support our ministry and warm welcome with the
wedding couples. Clergy: Anthea Elston, Biddi Kings, Julie James; Reader: Roger Gillard
Diocese of Johannesburg (South Africa): Bishop Stephen Moreo
Wed 16 Economy and Daily Life
World Toilet Day is held each year on 19 November. More people in the world have a mobile
phone (6 billion) than access to a toilet (4.5 billion). Pray for the Toilet Twinning initiative
and how your church might help change the lives of those at risk from poor sanitation.
Diocese of Jos (Nigeria) Archbishop Benjamin Kwashi
Diocese of Kabba (Nigeria): Bishop Steven Akobe
Thur 17 Berrow Benefice
Pray for the ‘Open the Book’ team visiting Pendock CE Primary School, Head: Sally
Lyndon-Chance and Eldersfield Corse Lawn School, Head: David Paisley. Pray for the
outreach to families through the ‘Messy Church’ events and for David Allen starting
the ALM course. Clergy: Anthea Elston, Biddi Kings, Julie James; Reader: Roger Gillard
Church of South Sudan: Archbishop Daniel Yak with Assistant Bishop of Juba: Fraser Elias
Fri 18
Hanley Castle & Hanley Swan, Welland
Pray for our new incumbent Barry, his wife Carol and their children as they come and live
amongst us. Pray for strength and wisdom to face the challenges ahead; our ministry team
and churchwardens. Also for Alison Martin as she begins Reader training. Clergy: Barry
Unwin, Linda Bedford
Diocese of Kadugli & Nuba Mountains (Sudan): Bishop Andudu Elnail
Sat 19
Upton on Severn, The Hook, Ripple
A new chapter in our church life began when Barry joined us in September. Pray that
we will inspire others to join us in our worship and fellowship. For our CMS Link Corrie
Verduyn in Uganda and for our ALM’s David, Valerie and Richard. Clergy: Barry Unwin,
Geoffrey Moore, Jane Fraser; Readers: Eleanor Grigson, Olive Latham, Mary Weatherill
Diocese of Kaduna (Nigeria): Vacant
Christ the King Sunday 20 NOVEMBER
A link with Morogoro
Over the past two years St Mary’s Kempsey and St Denys’, Severn Stoke, have been
developing a friendship link with Chamwino parish in Morogoro. Vicar of Kempsey, Mark
Badger, tells us about the partnership:
Chamwino Parish has four congregations, St Paul’s Church, Chamwino and St Stephen’s
Church, Mafiga and two smaller congregations at St Peter’s Church, Kasanga and St
Philip’s, Mafulu. Lead by the Revd Capt Enock Chibada, the parish is engaged in a great
deal of community and missionary activity. St Paul’s is engaged in the building of a
new nursery and primary school and Kempsey Church and Worcester Rotary Club were
delighted to sponsor the building and equipping of the first classroom.
The increasing number of those engaging with the Church has facilitated the growth
in community education programmes in areas such as health and environmental
protection. The congregations are striving to provide better church and community
facilities across the parish with new churches in Mafiga & Kasanga and another new
school at Mafulu.
In late 2015 two members of our congregation vistied Morogoro and received a
wonderfully warm welcome from Enock and the people of Chamwino parish. In June
we welcomed Enock to Kempsey and he took part in both the Ordination Service in the
Cathedral and Philippa Sargent’s first celebration of the Eucharist at St Mary’s Kempsey!
Mon 21 Earls Croome with Hill Croome & Strensham
Pray for those who minister to these rural communities and their churches, in particular,
Jane Fraser (MSE), Mary Weatherill (Reader) and the Priest in Charge of our Benefice,
Barry Unwin.
Diocese of Kafanchan (Nigeria): Bishop Marcus Dogo
Tue 22
Kempsey & Severn Stoke w Croome d’Abitot
Please pray for our mission partnerships with St Peter’s Baptist Church and the
neighbouring Benefice of Norton et al focussed on the new housing developments
in our area. Ministry team Clergy: Mark Badger, Owain Bell, David Hassell, Readers:
Paul Kemp, Peter Fitzjohn, Libby James, Sheila Cook. ALMs in training Clare Morgan
& Catherine Worton.
Diocese of Kagera (Tanzania): Bishop Aaron Kijanjali
Wed 23 Longdon, Castlemorton, Bushley
Pray for a greater sense of commitment to worship, giving and outreach in Longdon; for
the next phase of the church development project in Castlemorton, and for the work
amongst children in the School’s ‘Thursday Club’; and in Bushley, for an appropriate
response to issues raised by the recent village survey. Clergy: Chris Moss, Reader:
Michael Harper.
Diocese of Kajiado (Kenya): Bishop Gadiel Lenini
Thur 24 Queenhill w Holdfast
Please pray for the PCC as they undertake a development and re-ordering project.
Clergy: Chris Moss, Reader: Michael Harper.
Diocese of Kajo Keji (Sudan): Bishop Anthony Dangasuk
Fri 25
Upton on Severn Ecumenical Partnership
Please pray for the continuing fellowship between the Anglican, Baptist and Roman
Catholic churches, and for our outreach activities within the town and beyond.
Archbishop of Uganda: Stanley Ntagali with Assistant Bishop of Kampala: Hannington Mutebi
Sat 26
Please pray that the bonds of friendship & fellowship will continue to grow, for all in
Chamwino parish and for more parish links with the people of the Diocese of Morogoro.
Upton Deanery - Rural Dean: Christopher Moss; Lay Chair: Roger Gillard
The Falkland Islands (Extra-Provincial to Canterbury): Bishop Nigel Stock
Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church: Archbishop Urmas Viilma
with Bishops Einar Soone, Tiit Salumäe, Joel Luhamets & Andres Taul
Diocese of Rochester: Bishop James Langstaff
Retired Clergy in Upton Deanery
There are comparatively fewer retired clergy in the Upton Deanery, but we pray with
thanksgiving for those who minister in neighbouring deaneries or continue to work and
worship in nearby parishes.
Diocese of Kano (Nigeria): Bishop Zakka Nyam
Diocese of Kamango (Congo): Bishop Sabiti Daniel
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