ICF - Prayer Focus

Those who work to study, protect and maintain our environment

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Staff of the environment agency, forestry commission, British Waterways, National Parks and other agencies concerned with the protection of our environment. Weather Forecasters, Marine Biologists and manufacturers of pollution monitoring equipment. Environmental Campaigners, recyclers and recycling centre staff. Staff at wildlife sanctuaries, wetlands, those who manage sites of special scientific interest and other natural habitats.

Almighty God, Your word speaks of Your invisible qualities being made known through the created order of which we are a part. The intricate balance of nature reflects your eternal, divine being and when we damage that world, your image is scarred. So we pray for those who work to protect and preserve our environment; may they too sense Your imprint on the world they are striving to conserve. As we explore its hidden treasures; as we play our part in acting as its stewards, so may we also discover more of You and Your purpose for humanity. And so as the heavens declare your Glory, through all our efforts to protect the natural environment, we willingly join the refrain, Through Jesus Christ our Lord. AMEN

Regular prayer for the world of work can be a significant feature in Sunday services. ICF seeks to provide a variety of resources to help those who prepare these. Prayer of this nature is important because:

  • It encourages Christians to see their working lives as part of their Christian Identity

  • It helps those involved in the world of work, particularly when their job makes it difficult to participate in church activities, to feel affirmed and valued.

  • It is a vital part of our intercessory responsibility to the community around us.

  • It communicates a faith that is relevant to real issues to those who visit our churches

Each week, we highhlight different groups of workers and encourage our members and followers to particularly pray for people who work in that sector. We also encourage local churches to include regular prayers for the world of work

As you pray, Consider what might be said in the context of thanksgiving, confession and intercession, both for the workers concerned and for those present.