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Christian Prayer Thread. Back to school and into Autumn

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Dutchoma · 28/08/2015 17:38

As we were nearly at 1000 posts and TUO is both very busy and away today, I thought I might have a go at setting up a new thread.
I have looked back over nearly four months of prayers, of sharing, of support, of gladness and sadness and so much more. I think there are about 50 different people on the thread, some are there from beginning to end, some come in, are here for a few days and then don’t post any more.
Both are valuable, all are welcome, we share with you in anxiety and depression, in worry for others, but also in prayers answered, wonderful healing, good exam results and so much more.
But we also realise that life moves on, that the prayer thread was helpful for a while and is not so relevant now. Never be afraid to come back, we all need prayer and support.

So, like TUO I shall pick out a few names for the new thread, but leave behind some that have not posted for a while, hoping that they will come back and update us.
Specially thinking of: Anjelica27; I know how much this thread has helped you. Bsshbosh and wondering how she is now.

Whoagirrrrl, after her operation. Dizzydaffodil, Pandora37 and PeterSpots .

There are so many more names to remember: Alittleroom, Bluetinkerbell, DontstepontheMomeraths, Howtoapproachthis and several more.

And then the ones that are quite recent like:
ALittleFaith, Amberlight; BlackEyedSusan, Dontbesilly; EdithSimcox; FaithLoveandHope, Kaykat, Lightnessofbeing; MadHairDay; PositiveAttitude; QuestionofFaith; QuietIsland2; SESthebrave; TUO; Weegiemum; ZipadiSoozi

And if I have omitted any one, be assured that God never forgets and holds you fast in His love and mercy.

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Dontbesilly · 16/11/2015 08:51

Arrived at the hospital. I am terrified! Hopefully he will be ok.

QofF · 16/11/2015 09:38

Don't praying for strength. You are not alone.

Dontbesilly · 16/11/2015 10:07

Thanks so much!!! His blood pressure is very low so hoping that they still do the procedure.

BlackeyedSusan · 16/11/2015 10:27

hoping it all goes well don't

BlackeyedSusan · 16/11/2015 16:04

got to get the dcs and stay out for a club until 6.30.

Hoping for a better evening after yesterdays melt down. really apprehensive about what I am going to get. their dad is going to come too.

SESthebrave · 16/11/2015 22:15

Hello all. Sorry for recent absence - life has been getting in the way of mumsnet Shock

All ok here although for the next 2 weeks, DH is working in the Middle East so I'm working ft and being mum to my munchkins without him. He left yesterday and is without his luggage and his diabetes / BP meds as the airline lost his bag. Please pray it shows up soon and that he stays safe and also for my childcare juggling works and I stay sane!!!

My aunt has completed her raidotherapy so awaiting next lot of tests; DH's aunt gets her next lot of results on 27th and DB's MIL is awaiting the results of her latest scan.

As for you guys, I've had a quick read through and often remember you in my prayers.

BES - that sounds rough. Hope you've had a better evening?

PA - prayers for DD3 and her DH. Marriage is really tough and I pray they will grow closer again.

Don't - hope all has gone well today for your Dad. Praying for him, you and your family

Oma - sorry things have been rough recently. Praying you have a good, restful break.

Prayer fo you all on this thread. Particularly in light of recent events in Paris, Lebanon and Kenya, let's treasure our loved ones, pray for God's Kingdom and be the Body of Christ on earth.

BlackeyedSusan · 17/11/2015 15:04

tis blowing a gale... I have done nothing other than a top up shop for nine items today, three of which have not yet been put away. I did sleep all afternoon. oops. this at least will mean I am capable of doing more later, I hope.

off to get the children. it was not too bad yesterday. unkindness bit it cold have been worse.

need to go any second but it is chucking it down. ..

HardyLaodecian · 18/11/2015 06:20

Another infrequent post - but heartfelt non the less.

Oma I am so sorry to hear of your recent trouble.
Thank you and Tuo and others for having been a tower of strength when I needed one.

Once more I hope that those with troubles to face will find strength
"Keep us ever in Your watch, till we can walk again with light hearts and renewed spirits."

This is not a prayer but I can think of it as such. It is a poem made up for the SOE agent Violette Szabo as her "code". But I think it is rather lovely - to me it describes well what I think about those I love - those still here and those not.

The life that I have
Is all that I have
And the life that I have
Is yours.
The love that I have
Of the life that I have
Is yours and yours and yours.
A sleep I shall have
A rest I shall have
Yet death will be but a pause.
For the peace of my years
In the long green grass
Will be yours and yours and yours.

I pray for all on this thread.

Hardy.

BlackeyedSusan · 18/11/2015 15:07

here we go. I wonder what we will get tonight.

Tuo · 19/11/2015 01:33

Thank you for that, Hardy: it's lovely. How are things with you? I hope you're OK.

Praying for BES too - for a peaceful evening. And for our lovely MHD whose lungs seem to be playing up again. And for Oma, who may have to build an ark and sail home from Yorkshire at this rate. And for Don't and her dad.

I continue to pray for peace in Paris, in the rest of Europe, in the Middle East, in Africa, in Afghanistan and everywhere where people don't feel safe as they lay down to rest tonight. I thank God for my own safety and that of my family, and ask him to comfort those who are bereaved, the sick and wounded, the dying, the traumatised, and all who are refugees from violence of all kinds.

Compassionate God and Father of all,
we are horrified at violence
in so many parts of the world.
It seems that none are safe, and some are terrified.
Hold back the hands that kill and maim;
turn around the hearts that hate.
Grant instead your strong Spirit of Peace -
peace that passes our understanding
but changes lives,
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen

BlackeyedSusan · 19/11/2015 14:47

last night was not too bad, other than late. ds is poorly so not getting much sleep and occasionally sleeps on top of me. (do I look like a mattress? actually, don't answer that Blush ) tonight may be different if he is better enough tobe really grumpy but not better enough to cope with the afterschool calm down.

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Dutchoma · 19/11/2015 16:07

The guest WiFi in Scargill is broken so one of the other people has kindly taken me into Skipton. Scargill is wonderful and I am praying for you all.

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BlackeyedSusan · 19/11/2015 18:31

ds is asleep. he is ill enough to be quiet and compliant but not too ill to be worried too much. poor love has a sore throat now too.

BlackeyedSusan · 20/11/2015 07:18

he had got worse overnight and has been cuddled on top of me again. sliightly stiff in the back now.

Dontbesilly · 20/11/2015 10:24

Please can you pray for dad. He's been rushed into hospital. I am really very worried about him. Crying won't help but it's all I can manage right now and praying too.

Sorry for asking again but I truly believe in the power of prayer Flowers

BlackeyedSusan · 20/11/2015 14:03

praying for you don't.

BlackeyedSusan · 20/11/2015 15:55

got to get the girl. ds is off school today. he is just taking his medicine.

managed to do the washing up. too exhausted for much else.

QuietIsland2 · 20/11/2015 17:24

Dear Don't - saying a prayer just now for your Dad. I was at work today and only checked Mumsnet just now.

It must be dreadfully worrying for you and your family. He will receive good care and I'm praying that they will stabilise him. Crying releases tension and helps you cope. xxx

QuietIsland2 · 20/11/2015 17:25

Lovely to see others on the thread

Tuo · 20/11/2015 23:33

Prayers, Don't.

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Dutchoma · 21/11/2015 12:32

What a worry for you Dont. I hope things are looking a bit brighter for you now.
And I hope that ds is feeling better and you have a bit of fun this weekend.

I am now back in the Wirral, but still without internet at home so we have come out to West Kirby and are looking out over the Dee into Wales.

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BlackeyedSusan · 21/11/2015 15:38

foul mood. clearing out the crap from in front of radiators. amazing how much crap one can accumulate since march. it is definitely time to put the heating on . I am at the point of not coping. I am exhausted by several nights interupted sleep with ds being poorly and a couple of late nights, plus a busy term and lots of things to do.

HardyLeodicean · 22/11/2015 04:23

Don't a prayer for you and your Dad. And all others including Oma that she might wrestle the internet into submission. I hope that is not too flippant. We are thinking of my father in law a lot at the moment - he has noticeably gone "down hill" since my mother in law died.My husband is quite worried about him.

All best wishes BES.

And prayers for Tuo who gives them all to us.

amberlight · 22/11/2015 16:50

Having had long chemo, I had a port fitted. It was fab. Alternative to a line. Also worth asking about. No way should the nurse be being this obstructive and rude. Is there a way to speak to that consultant via another of their Practices or their private secretary, so you are avoiding Mrs Rude Nurse? Prayer for you, and for all others on here.

BlackeyedSusan · 22/11/2015 18:13

the heating is on. there was a lot of muttering while I crawled under the diy platform in the bathroom and pulled everything away from the radiator.