Jesus said:
Matthew 6:6
'But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen.'
Prayer is an essential part of the Christian's life. When we pray we are 'Being with Jesus, with others on our heart'
Each month. alongside prayers for your family, your community and yourselves we ask that you might consider prayers for a particular topic.
August 2026
This month the schools are out for summer, so it's a great chance to pray for families:
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Rest and Renewal — Pray that families find genuine rest: moments of calm, laughter, unhurried time together, and space to breathe after a busy school year.
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Safety in Travel and Activities — Ask God to watch over families as they travel, swim, explore, and play; for protection in journeys and peace of mind for parents.
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Strengthening Family Relationships — Pray that time together deepens bonds, heals tensions, and builds patience, kindness, and joy in homes of every shape and size.
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Support for Families Under Pressure — Remember families facing financial strain, loneliness, childcare challenges, or health worries; ask for God’s comfort, provision, and hope.
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Spiritual Refreshment and Wonder — Pray that families encounter God in creation, quiet moments, beauty, and gratitude — discovering small sparks of faith and joy.
A prayer for families
Loving God, thank you for summer’s pause and its brighter days.
Bless families with safety, kindness, and good rest.
Give them moments to enjoy one another, to slow down, to laugh, and to grow in love.
Stay close to them wherever we go, and keep their homes filled with peace. Amen.
. Here is a link to the Lincoln Diocese Prayer Diary-Prayer Diary-Lincoln Diocese