Prayer is so vital. It has been described as the ‘engine room’ of the church where we get down to the real work! It is so important to meet together and pray for one another and for our world.”

“The prayer meetings always have a different focus and I like that there is such variety so we make sure to be praying for lots of important areas.”

“I was so touched to be able to pray with someone after the service. It made such a difference to talk with someone and share my situation in prayer.”

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Prayer

Prayer is a vital part of our life as a church. We believe that God delights to hear and answer prayer, which is a crucial part of everything we do.

Prayer meetings

Described as the “engine room” of the church, our monthly prayer meetings are where we gather as God’s people to pray for our world, community, and church. These occur directly after the Sunday morning service at 11:30 am in the church hall on the second Sunday of each month. They are open to anyone, and we encourage everyone to come along. Please connect via Zoom for those who can’t be there in person. We pray for different areas and topics each month, and there are always activities for children so that families can get involved, too.

Prayer Chain

To keep us praying for one another as a church family, we send an email out weekly with requests for personal prayer from congregation members. If you would like to request to be on the prayer chain for any given week or to receive the weekly email if you don’t already, please get in touch with the office who will be in touch (you will also need to have completed a church GDPR form). Due to the personal nature of the requests, the prayer chain is not made publicly available, and we would not grant permission to receive it from someone not known to us.

Other opportunities to pray

Prayer themes

Subscribe to daily prayer suggestions from St John’s in the Prayermate app

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Prayer Calendar

Receive daily prayer prompts in your calendar: please get in touch with the office for more details. Prayer during our services: All our services include a time of corporate prayer that a church member leads.

Prayer after the service

Opportunity to be prayed for by a member of the prayer team.  

Would you like us to pray for you?

Please feel free to submit a request to be shared in confidence with members of our leadership team, who will be praying for you.

Submit a Prayer Request. Please get in touch with the office for more details.

Prayer Calendar

Monday, 11 Aug 25

This morning, we pray for CPAS Ventures. We pray for their enjoyment and safety in the coming days. We remember Luke and Miriam, who led a Ventures holiday this year, where several of our youngsters attended. We give thanks for these holidays and all the volunteers who give time to making these ventures a success.

Tuesday, 12 Aug 25

After a busy term, teachers need a break and a rest. Lord, we pray that they will be able to relax, forget their usual routines, stresses and responsibilities and enjoy ‘down’ time in the sunshine.

Wednesday, 13 Aug 25

Many family budgets are stretched, some to breaking point, so summer holidays are a worry….will there be enough money for little treats like ice creams, opportunities for swimming or other sports? We pray that, without school lunches, parents will be able to provide nourishing meals for the family and enjoy a happy time together.

Thursday, 14 Aug 25

Summer time can be difficult for many who are depressed, lonely, sad, or bewildered by the demands of our IT-driven world. Friends may have gone on holiday; demands from family have increased. They may feel forgotten or a problem. Strengthen and support them, dear Lord.

Friday, 15 Aug 25

Heavenly Father, bless our church. Thank you for the dedication of our Vicar Nick, Rob and Nick Smith, as well as Roxi, Lindsay, our church wardens, and the families who support them. Bless those unsung heroes who work behind the scenes to make our church services relaxed, comfortable and enjoyable.

Saturday, 16 Aug 25

At the end of another week, let us pray for ourselves and our families. Lord Jesus, let the doors of our church be wide enough to welcome all who want to come in. May we open our hearts and our minds to include those whose paths cross ours and who would value our time and friendship. Help us to be worthy ambassadors of your Son, Jesus Christ, as we journey through life. Amen.

Sunday, 17 Aug 25

Dear Lord: Forgive those things we have done which have caused you sadness, and those things we should have done that would have brought you joy. In both we have failed ourselves, and you. Bring us back to that place where our journey began, when we said that we would follow the way that you first trod. Lead us to the Cross and meet us there.