The Canterbury Book of New Parish Prayers
Author | : M. J. Kramer |
Publisher | : Canterbury Press |
Total Pages | : 255 |
Release | : 2021-01-29 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781786223050 |
ISBN-13 | : 1786223058 |
Rating | : 4/5 (50 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This collection of around 500 original collect-style prayers and biddings covering the life of the Church and the life of the world. Contemporary in focus and language, the prayers are written in a concise style that makes them ideal for public worship but will also appeal to those who wish to pray privately but struggle to find the words. Prayer topics include: • The Church Year and Festivals • The Global and Local Church • The Environment and Social Justice • Politics and the Leaders of the Nations • Life Stages • Spheres of Work, Arts and Education • Suffering and Tragedy Helpful guidance on leading public prayer and writing your own collects is also included.