Stockton Methodist Circuit

ORDINARY 30A 25th October 2026 A short act of worship and daily devotions Opening Prayers As you sit here in this space you call your own ready to meet the living God remember: You are connected to people of faith worshipping in different ways and places You are part of a community of saints that have worshipped for generations You are joined with others across the world choosing to do the same. Here in this special space where God has been for all time you are free to wors

ORDINARY 29A 18th October 2026 A short act of worship and daily devotions Opening Prayers Take a moment to be peaceful. If you are able you may like to plant your feet on the floor and concentrate on your body being still (if this is hard then do just sit quietly and comfortably). Notice how you feel and what you are thinking about and let those things float away giving thanks for each even if they are difficult feelings or thoughts. When you are ready: raise your hands open

ORDINARY 28A 11th October 2026 A short act of worship and daily devotions Opening Prayers Take time to read this prayer: God of all creation, I worship you. You know me: what I need, what I rejoice in, what I’m nervous about. You see me: as the unique individual you created with all my little habits and characteristics. You hear me: when I pray aloud or silently. You meet me: here and now and I am content. God of all creation I worship you. Amen. Wonder to yourself if you are

ORDINARY 27A 4th October 2026 A short act of worship and daily devotions Opening Prayers Find a comfortable place to sit and close your eyes. Rest your hands on your lap and allow your fingers to settle in place. Take a deep breath in through your nose, and slowly let it out through your mouth. Lock your fingers together. Think of the people you share your life with…the connections you have…the networks you are a part of…your loved ones, friends, family, colleagues. Allow you

ORDINARY 26A 27th September 2026 A short act of worship and daily devotions Opening Prayers Use the following words to help centre yourself in the moment. Say them out loud, or speak them in your mind: Jesus, open my heart. Prepare yourself to hear God’s word in a new way: Jesus, open my heart. Listen for God’s voice, calling you to serve others and love radically: Jesus, open my heart. Hold the joys, regrets and frustrations from the week, and look ahead to the opportunitie

ORDINARY 25A 20th September 2026 A short act of worship and daily devotions Opening Prayers Take time to find something in your home that you hold as precious and important. It may be a photograph, a flower or personal item. Whatever you choose, consider: What is it that makes it important to you? What memories does it hold? How do you feel about it and what would happen if you lost it? Now imagine that God is holding you as precious and important: Loving and caring for you