Praying into 2016: a Christian prayer thread for the New Year

[Tuo]

Happy New Year friends.

This thread is a safe space where anyone - regular, occasional visitor, lurker, committed Christian or waverer - is welcome to come and leave their prayers in the knowledge that they will be prayed for. No problem is too big or small to share here, and if you just want to come and say 'hi', that's fine too.

Looking back through our previous thread, we pray in particular for:

ALittleFaith - for good treatment for her anxiety; for better understanding from her boss; for the lovely Faithlet.

amberlight - for her work supporting people with autism, and for her and her family.

Anjelica27 - for her DS, who has mental health problems, and for Anjelica and her family.

BlackEyedSusan - for all that she has to juggle as a single mum, for her DC, and for her mum. Praying for a peaceful and happy 2016.

Dontbesilly - for her dad, who has been diagnosed with cancer, and for all who love and care for him; also for the medical team looking after him; for her DH's work situation; and for Don't's DDog who has a heart condition.

DutchOma - with gratitude for all she does to support people on this thread and elsewhere. Thinking of her especially as the anniversary of the loss of her beloved Bob approaches, in particular after the recent death of her brother as well. May she know God's closeness to her in her grief.

EdithSimcox - for her to be able to find ways to support and nurture her faith; and for understanding from her DP.

FaithLoveandHope - for clarity about what she wants (and what God wants) for her future.

HardyLeodicean - especially for her FIL.

IHopeYouStepOnALegoPiece - for her to find comfort and joy in exploring her faith; also for a good recovery from heart surgery for her best friend's dad.

JugglingFromHereToThere - for her search for rewarding work, for health, and for comfort and strength for her and the rest of her family following the tragic death of her nephew.

Kaykat - following her divorce from an abusive ex; for happiness for her and for her DS.

legohurtswhenyoustandonit - for her to feel more at home and accepted by her church.

LifeofBriony - for her relationship with her DH; also for her DS going back to university after Christmas.

LightnessofBeing - for her new church, and for energy to cope with her punishing work schedule.

MadHairDay - for her health, especially in the cold, wet winter months which are always so hard on her lungs.

Pandora97 - as she starts a new job in a new town for the new year following difficult and stressful times relating to a court case in recent months.

passportmess (formerly known as QuietIsland) - for a colleague whose husband is very ill, and for a university friend who has been diagnosed with cancer.

PatchworkTurtle - for healing in her relationship.

PositiveAttitude - for her DD1, who is depressed, to get the support she needs; for her DD3 and her DH to work through their relationship issues; for PA's DH to find work that makes him happier, for PA's DMum to continue to be happy in her (relatively) new care home and for PA's DDad to cope with her being there. Above all, we pray for PA herself, who is always there for others when they need her, to be happy and fulfilled in 2016.

QoF - for courage when she is feeling anxious.

ScouseQueen - for a full recovery from recent illness.

SESthebrave - for her DH, who has been working abroad, and for SES, juggling everything at home; for her DS to find ways of communicating, rather than lashing out, when he is frustrated; and for her to feel appreciated for the work she does at her church.

TheRealGracePoole - for her ministry to women in her area.

weegiemum - giving thanks for an improvement in her DD1's (borderline) anorexia; praying for weegiemum's own health and for the Master's course which she has undertaken.

And, as always, prayers for anyone I've forgotten (with apologies), for all who lurk but don't post, for 'old-timers' who haven't posted recently, and for newbies who may not have posted yet.

A prayer of St Teresa of Avila

Let nothing disturb you.
Let nothing frighten you.
All things pass away:
God never changes.
Patience obtains all things.
Those who have God
Find they lack nothing;
God alone suffices. Amen

still not heard about where old church is meeting.

feeling a bit crap as I am tired and the physio appointment was a lot to take in. We have a referral to another group though. really struggling withthe anniversary of leaving ex. and it is bloody after school club so will not be homeuntil at least 7pm. shit.

Though since a FB friend asked me if I could face posting on a thread on DV on here (and I dd) that it would be rude to leave again without popping in and saying hello over here........

Nice to see you here BATC. Joining you in prayer for the poster on the DV thread and giving thanks that you got out when you did.

emails sent, again. let's hope for a response this time.

Prayers for all. Lovely to see Momey and BATC here.

In haste: DD2 got hit by a car this morning. She is fine - well, as fine as you can be in the circs: she is very bruised and has a humungous black eye which has completely closed up - but it was a horrible shock for us all, and especially for DD1 who was with her at the time and couldn't stop it happening (she has just told me that every time anyone mentions is she starts shaking ). Please could you pray for them both?

I also have some work to finish urgently, but I'll be back tomorrow.

Oh Tuo how awful . Thank God she is OK(ish). Praying for both of them and for you and dh. What a month you have had!
dont how are things with you?
Praying through

prayers assured.

I had a blackeye that closed up like that when I fell off my bike when little. two I think. hope they both get better soon.

That's terrible TUO. Am praying for them both and for your dh and you too.

PA I hope your dd is feeling somewhat better and that Student support and her tutor at the Uni are providing help. Praying for her recovery.

I hope your dad is comfortable Dontbesilly. Thank you too for your kind advice about the breast check and for asking if I was sleeping. I'm struggling a bit to be honest although I do have an appointment for under two weeks time - so almost 3 weeks from seeing the GP. I go for a mammogram first then straight to the appt with the consultant. DH is coming with me and a dear friend is taking ds to school and collecting him too so I have a lot of support. I'm trying to remain focused on the likelihood that it's benign but if it's not then hopefully it's been caught early.

I appreciate all your prayers, really do.

My colleague's husband is on a waiting list for the hospice as he would be more comfortable there. I'm praying for them both.

x

Prayers for all. And especially prayers and hugs and lots of love for Tuo and dd2 dd1 and dh.

off to get the dcs. hoping all is calm.

Hello everyone. Been reading through and keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Oma are you on your jumper delivery holiday yet? I hope that you have a wonderful time. Wrap up warmly and enjoy yourself. Did you get the new car sorted out for your dd? Hoping your dd is feeling better now. How are you feeling today? Have you got lots of activities and events to occupy you? I have been thinking about you and I woke up in the middle of the night suddenly wondering if you would be on your holiday

Passport, how are you feeling? Have you got any news on the hospital appointment yet? I have been thinking about you and praying too. Hoping that you get your appointment through quickly and your mind is at rest. I imagine you are quite worried about this and that is absolutely a normal reaction. So and and for you.

BES, did you get the new boots sorted out? How are you getting on with the new oven? Did you get rid of the old one? Bet you are glad it's in the kitchen safely, so that's something to tick off your to do list.

Dad's out of hospital. He was admitted on new years eve. He's very weak and has little appetite which will hopefully improve once the strong antibiotics he was in have left his system. He's had chemo postponed as he's not well enough which is a worry. I am also extremely worried about his mood as he's very, very down. I suppose it's understandable but it's not good to be pessimistic in cancer treatment. His reply is "beware of happiness" which is sad.

I have been so busy travelling almost daily to the hospital and looking after mum who often stayed with us. She has been tackling my ironing pile and it's not looking quite so scary. Although my washing pile was up to dh shoulders earlier in the week, it's coming down slowly.

I wish I could shake off my low mood as I tend to like things to be planned and know what to expect, but life is not like that and I suppose that's why I have anxiety which I am trying to hold off. I hate letting people down and have such a lot to do, silly stuff really.

Dh really loves his new job, thank goodness. So that's a blessing. I feel for you pa and your poor dh in a job he hates so prayers for something better to come along soon.

Anyway, I have rambled enough prayers for everyone and thinking of you all.

cooker still in the hall. neede a stress free time before tackling it further.

fridge freezer still a bit dodgy. however, I have found a way to stop the noise if it occurs. (prop the door open and block the bottom with a towel to keep most of the cold in. )

boots and shoes have been bought. other boots need to go back. eek. not looking forward to that task. hoping new boots will work and keep my feet dry.

Thank you for thinking of me and my DDs. DD2 is a lot brighter today and went to school, though her right arm is very bruised and sore and she has the most incredible black eye still. She was wearing headphones and listening to loud music (even though we'd told her not to) and stepped out into the path of a car which she didn't see or hear. Please any of you who have teens, warn them about this: it's so dangerous.

Don't - It's good to hear from you, and very good to hear that your dad is out of hospital. I pray that he will continue to grow in strength and that with that his mood will also improve. I pray for you, too, and for your whole family. Does it help if you think of it as 'prioritising' (i.e. prioritising your dad, whose needs will be unpredictable) rather than 'letting people down'?

PA - continuing to pray for you, your DH, your parents, and your DD1.

Edith - it's lovely to see you: praying for you and for your DP.

Oma - praying for you as you prepare for your trip. I hope you have smooth travels (no snow!) and a lovely time with your brother.

Passport - thinking of you in this anxious wait for your appointment and praying for good news when the appointment comes around.

BES - praying for peace and calm in your life, for you mum, and for your DC.

And praying for MHD, that the cold weather isn't affecting her lungs too much.

Finally praying for those killed in Indonesia today, for peace in the world, and understanding between those of all faiths and none.

A compline prayer from the Northumbria Community:

May God shield us;
may God fill us;
may God keep us;
may God watch us;
may God bring us this night
to the nearness of His love. Amen

Thank you for thinking of me Dont. No, I am travelling on Saturday, via Birmingham, curious how that will go, never gone that way before. I have had a busy week, saw a friend this afternoon and tomorrow I'll have the gas boiler serviced as it has been in for a year. No, the car is not sorted out yet, hopefully soon after I come back from holiday on the 23rd, although I'm not sure why I care about it. If she wants to drive a rickety car...
I hope your dad soon feels a bit more optimistic, I can remember how very gloomy my dear Bob was when he was so ill and how hard it was to cope with it. You feel like saying: "oh for goodness sake, cheer up it's bad enough without all the gloom and doom.". But it really isn't a choice for them and all you can do is quietly sit with them and let them share what they can.
TUO glad to hear that dd2 is back at school. I saw the picture and felt so sorry for her even if it was her own fault.
BES. I hope that you get your kitchen appliances sorted soon.

ok ds was fine after school and then had a complete utter hundinger of a meltdown, in that I am still sore where he repeatedly walloped me... and walking away was not an option as he was standing up in the bath having a meltdown. actually walking away is not usually an option anyway as then he would attack dd.

Back here after a long break, and praying for all.

Good to see you Niminy. How are things with you?

ds is struggling. he hurt both of us last night quite badly. something is going wrong somewhere.

Prayers BES

BES that sounds very difficult. Prayers for you.

Oma I'm well. I've just told my work I will be leaving in the summer when I'm ordained. It was a bit scary to do - bridge-burning time! - but so exciting also to look forward to this new stage. By the grace of God...

I didn't realise you were so close to ordination Niminy. Very exciting indeed.

I feel so stupid and awful. Somehow in my reading through the posts I missed a huge chunk of them. Just saw them now. I am so, so sorry for this. It looks terrible on my part.

Tuo, how awful for your girls. What a shock for your whole family. How are things today? I bet she has a lot of bruises and it's very sore. I hope that your other daughter is OK having seen it all too. Prayers for a lucky escape as it could so easily have been much worse, although it is frightening enough for you all. It's so easily done. Teens do seem to be glued to headphones, mine certainly are and it's something we all need to remind them about. Prayers for your girls and you and dh too, you have all had a huge shock and a thankful lucky escape

On the subject of bruises, hope you are ok Bes. Really feel for you. It's a stressful time dealing with special needs when there are two of you but you are managing this on your own. Hoping you get a calmer weekend and you can try to recover from the meltdown. Is there anything that the gp can suggest? Sorry if this sounds obvious, I haven't any first hand experience of this and really do feel for you.

Passport, not long now to wait until the appointment comes through. Stay positive and try to distract yourself from thinking about it too much. Easier said than done I know. Try to sleep and be gentle on yourself and treat yourself to something nice if you can. Praying for you to find peace of mind and a happy boringly normal outcome to follow x

Thank you all for your helpful words about dad's situation. I have read them and they are much appreciated

Dh is popping round for a chat now and hopefully he will report back with a slight improvement in things in general. Let's see eh?

Hello Miming. Nice to meet you. Very exciting times ahead of you. I wish you well in your new chapter.

Well, my dear there is only one thing I can say:DON'T BE SILLY. No need to feel stupid and awful, you have such an awful lot on your plate, don't even think about feeling stupid. I hope your dad has been more comfortable and that you can find a bit of time for yourself. You are very important and you just need to look after yourself. (Very stern Oma stare)

you daft bugger

ermm

worked out that I missed the step of letting him sit holding the shower to fill the bath.

also he was trying to behave to earn a treat. this, I now remember, is too stressful for him.