Resources for the Christ Church Day of Prayer, themed around the Lord’s Prayer.
At the time the country, and indeed much of the world, was in lockdown due to coronavirus and we were unable to meet physically. The day included some live online events, especially prayer sessions held via Zoom, but many of these resources can be used at any time and anywhere.
Ways to Pray
We are encouraged to pray in the Spirit at all times (Ephesians 6.18) and never was this more important than in this time of crisis. Christ Church set aside Saturday 27 June as a Day of Prayer to seek God and to bring before him the needs of our world, our country, our community and our church.
Silently, aloud, by writing, drawing, through music, outside, at a Zoom meeting, with a friend on the phone, being quiet and listening, missing a meal or TV…
The downloadable guides and resources on this page are intended to help rather than to constrain. There is no pressure: you can do as little or as much as you like.
Music
We’ve compiled playlists you may find helpful to worship and pray.
Praise and worship: Focusing on God our Father at the beginning of the day.
Praying for the world: Bringing the needs of those around us before God later in the day.
Guide to the Day
Download the full programme: An explanation of the day and how to take part.
Creative Ideas
A range of ways of engaging with the Lord’s Prayer, through images, objects, craft and reflection.
Doodle Sheets
Beautiful artwork created by Cheryl to help reflect on each section of the Lord’s Prayer.
Lord’s Prayer Maze
A simple activity for children.