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    <title>EFCC Prayer Focus</title>
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    <description>exalting Christ in growing healthy churches</description>
    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:25:23 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Ebenezer Evangelical...</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-29#1632825</link>
      <description>Ebenezer Evangelical Congregational Church, Pontnewydd
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
It is our members meeting please pray that we can discuss the business of the Church with wisdom. Please pray for unity and integrity as decisions are made.
Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon
Tonight at 7 pm our Members will meet for our Quarterly Church Meeting. Please pray as we seek God’s will for the future direction of the church and its ministry.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Please pray for the people who attend the coffee morning, pray for anyone who attends, and the fellowship that we have a good time</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Ebenezer Evangelical Congregational Church, Pontnewydd&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;It is our members meeting please pray that we can discuss the business of the Church with wisdom. Please pray for unity and integrity as decisions are made.&lt;br/&gt;Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Tonight at 7 pm our Members will meet for our Quarterly Church Meeting. Please pray as we seek God’s will for the future direction of the church and its ministry.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the people who attend the coffee morning, pray for anyone who attends, and the fellowship that we have a good time</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-29T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Pontefract Congregational Church, West Yorkshire</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-28#1632824</link>
      <description>Pontefract Congregational Church, West Yorkshire
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Crystal Peaks Church, Beighton, South Yorkshire
Our home groups which meet on most Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings and on alternate Thursday afternoons, that they will help us grow in our faith and maturity.
Grant and George are on Street Ministry on Tuesdays and Thursdays sharing the gospel and handing out tracts. Please pray the Lord would grant us those gospel opportunities.
Wycliffe Church, Sheffield
Please pray for the Lord’s guidance as we investigate options for how to accommodate our growing congregation.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Please pray for the weekly Bible study and prayer meeting, pray that the people have a good time of fellowship.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Pontefract Congregational Church, West Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Crystal Peaks Church, Beighton, South Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Our home groups which meet on most Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings and on alternate Thursday afternoons, that they will help us grow in our faith and maturity.&lt;br/&gt;Grant and George are on Street Ministry on Tuesdays and Thursdays sharing the gospel and handing out tracts. Please pray the Lord would grant us those gospel opportunities.&lt;br/&gt;Wycliffe Church, Sheffield&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the Lord’s guidance as we investigate options for how to accommodate our growing congregation.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the weekly Bible study and prayer meeting, pray that the people have a good time of fellowship.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-28T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Oldbury Congregational Church, West Midlands</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-27#1632823</link>
      <description>Oldbury Congregational Church, West Midlands
Give thanks and pray for all who go to here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Rochford Congregational Church, Essex
Please pray for a good time of Fellowship as we share together a fellowship meal after the service to mark our Church Anniversary.
Nazeing Congregational Church, Essex
I realise many smaller Churches pray this way but we could really do with some mature Christians to join us and help
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Tonight, the ladies of our Church gather in prayer together.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Oldbury Congregational Church, West Midlands&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go to here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Rochford Congregational Church, Essex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for a good time of Fellowship as we share together a fellowship meal after the service to mark our Church Anniversary.&lt;br/&gt;Nazeing Congregational Church, Essex&lt;br/&gt;I realise many smaller Churches pray this way but we could really do with some mature Christians to join us and help&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Tonight, the ladies of our Church gather in prayer together.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-27T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Calvary Baptist, Ogmore Vale, Bridgend, Wales</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-26#1630801</link>
      <description>Calvary Baptist, Ogmore Vale, Bridgend, Wales
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Birstall Community Church, West Yorkshire
Derek Ventress intends to retire from the pastorate this summer, so please pray for the church as we seek the Lord’s leading to the man, he would have to lead the work.
Bulkington Congregational Church. Warwickshire
Please pray for the Lord's Day ministry - that the congregation would see Jesus, rather than the preacher.
Bridge Church Gwersyllt, Wrexham
Please pray for our ongoing discipleship of new believers. As the honeymoon period of coming to faith ends, pray that they persevere and bear fruit for the gospel.
Heathfield Chapel, East Sussex
Please pray for all who attend today and Gwynne Evans as he brings God’s Word.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Calvary Baptist, Ogmore Vale, Bridgend, Wales&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Birstall Community Church, West Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Derek Ventress intends to retire from the pastorate this summer, so please pray for the church as we seek the Lord’s leading to the man, he would have to lead the work.&lt;br/&gt;Bulkington Congregational Church. Warwickshire&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the Lord's Day ministry - that the congregation would see Jesus, rather than the preacher.&lt;br/&gt;Bridge Church Gwersyllt, Wrexham&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for our ongoing discipleship of new believers. As the honeymoon period of coming to faith ends, pray that they persevere and bear fruit for the gospel.&lt;br/&gt;Heathfield Chapel, East Sussex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for all who attend today and Gwynne Evans as he brings God’s Word.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-26T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Newtownards Congregational Church, Co Down</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-25#1630800</link>
      <description>Newtownards Congregational Church, Co Down
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon
Today we plan to relaunch our Men’s Breakfast at 8.30 am following our building renovation work. Please pray that the men who used to attend will return and others will join us to meet and hear a Christian testimony.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Please pray for the ladies who will be attending an event at another local church, called ‘Hope in an anxious world’ by Helen Thorne-Allenson, pray it will be a good time for everyone who attends. The Church will be going out on the local precinct with the book table, giving people tracts and having conversations about what God has done for them, pray it will be a great time of conversations for everyone that is involved.
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Family fun day Café Please pray today as we open our main hall up to families with bouncy castles, air hockey tables and lots more. This is a busy day please pray for safety, great conversations, energy and for our café team as they cook delicious treats.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Newtownards Congregational Church, Co Down&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Today we plan to relaunch our Men’s Breakfast at 8.30 am following our building renovation work. Please pray that the men who used to attend will return and others will join us to meet and hear a Christian testimony.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the ladies who will be attending an event at another local church, called ‘Hope in an anxious world’ by Helen Thorne-Allenson, pray it will be a good time for everyone who attends. The Church will be going out on the local precinct with the book table, giving people tracts and having conversations about what God has done for them, pray it will be a great time of conversations for everyone that is involved.&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Family fun day Café Please pray today as we open our main hall up to families with bouncy castles, air hockey tables and lots more. This is a busy day please pray for safety, great conversations, energy and for our café team as they cook delicious treats.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-25T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Nether Kellet Congregational Church, Lancashire</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-24#1630799</link>
      <description>Nether Kellet Congregational Church, Lancashire
Give thanks and pray for all who go here their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Binfield Congregational Church, Oxford
Coffee morning.  We pray that the locals will feel drawn to experience our hospitality and hear the good news.
Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London
Please pray for charity shop and its staff as they serve the local community by sharing love of Jesus.
Christ Church, Teddington, Middlesex
Prayer that we might continue to build one another up in faith in Jesus Christ.
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Give thanks for the many regular attendees at the monthly lunch club. Many of these people do not come to anything else at the Chapel. Please pray that their hearts would be open to the short message that they hear. Please pray for the witness of the ladies who cater for this event each month.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Nether Kellet Congregational Church, Lancashire&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Binfield Congregational Church, Oxford&lt;br/&gt;Coffee morning.  We pray that the locals will feel drawn to experience our hospitality and hear the good news.&lt;br/&gt;Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for charity shop and its staff as they serve the local community by sharing love of Jesus.&lt;br/&gt;Christ Church, Teddington, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Prayer that we might continue to build one another up in faith in Jesus Christ.&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks for the many regular attendees at the monthly lunch club. Many of these people do not come to anything else at the Chapel. Please pray that their hearts would be open to the short message that they hear. Please pray for the witness of the ladies who cater for this event each month.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-24T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Nazeing Congregational Church, Essex</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-23#1630798</link>
      <description>Nazeing Congregational Church, Essex
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire
Let us pray for one another. For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all God’s people, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. Ephesians 1:15-16
Hope Church Smethwick, West Midlands
Pray for us as we start knocking on doors each Thursday afternoon once the weather warms up.  Pray for relationships to be developed, for gospel conversations and for the gospels and tracts that we give away to bring saving faith.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Pray for the families of our Thursday night Bible Club.  We have a good relationship with many of the parents, pray that this would draw them to the Lord. We are encouraged to see the growth in understanding among many of the children, pray for their souls. Pray for safety during the evening and for wisdom and grace for the leaders.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Nazeing Congregational Church, Essex&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Let us pray for one another. For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all God’s people, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. Ephesians 1:15-16&lt;br/&gt;Hope Church Smethwick, West Midlands&lt;br/&gt;Pray for us as we start knocking on doors each Thursday afternoon once the weather warms up.  Pray for relationships to be developed, for gospel conversations and for the gospels and tracts that we give away to bring saving faith.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Pray for the families of our Thursday night Bible Club.  We have a good relationship with many of the parents, pray that this would draw them to the Lord. We are encouraged to see the growth in understanding among many of the children, pray for their souls. Pray for safety during the evening and for wisdom and grace for the leaders.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-23T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Village Temple, Mynydd Isa, North Wales</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-22#1630797</link>
      <description>Village Temple, Mynydd Isa, North Wales
Give thanks and pray for all who go to here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Galmpton Independent Evangelical Church, Devon
Pray for a couple (he has recently retired) who are looking to move from the IOW to be near the church to help with the work. They have found a house which meets their needs but it is tied up in a probate issue.  Pray that when offers can be made they will have found a buyer. He can preach as well as being a builder who is willing to work on the fabric of the buildings.
Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon
Our Toddler group restarts for the Summer Term. We are thankful for the positive response from the parents to the activities provided. Please pray for good relationships with parents and for safe use of our new Schoolroom facilities.
Stony Stratford Evangelical Church, Buckinghamshire
Tonight is Bible study. Please pray that we would continue to be built up by God’s Word.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Village Temple, Mynydd Isa, North Wales&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go to here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Galmpton Independent Evangelical Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Pray for a couple (he has recently retired) who are looking to move from the IOW to be near the church to help with the work. They have found a house which meets their needs but it is tied up in a probate issue.  Pray that when offers can be made they will have found a buyer. He can preach as well as being a builder who is willing to work on the fabric of the buildings.&lt;br/&gt;Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Our Toddler group restarts for the Summer Term. We are thankful for the positive response from the parents to the activities provided. Please pray for good relationships with parents and for safe use of our new Schoolroom facilities.&lt;br/&gt;Stony Stratford Evangelical Church, Buckinghamshire&lt;br/&gt;Tonight is Bible study. Please pray that we would continue to be built up by God’s Word.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-22T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Hadham Cross Congregational Church, Hertfordshire</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-21#1630796</link>
      <description>Hadham Cross Congregational Church, Hertfordshire
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Knockbracken Congregational Church, Belfast
Pray for the leadership team in Knockbracken as we plan for future work in the area.
Village Temple, Mynydd Isa, North Wales
Our Ladies Guild invite the men to join them to meet with Mark Foster of SGA again. We pray for a blessed time and encouragement for Mark and the ladies. The work of SGA focuses on care of the widows.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Please pray for the weekly Bible study and prayer meeting, pray that the people have a good time of fellowship.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Hadham Cross Congregational Church, Hertfordshire&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Knockbracken Congregational Church, Belfast&lt;br/&gt;Pray for the leadership team in Knockbracken as we plan for future work in the area.&lt;br/&gt;Village Temple, Mynydd Isa, North Wales&lt;br/&gt;Our Ladies Guild invite the men to join them to meet with Mark Foster of SGA again. We pray for a blessed time and encouragement for Mark and the ladies. The work of SGA focuses on care of the widows.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the weekly Bible study and prayer meeting, pray that the people have a good time of fellowship.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-21T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Libanus Church, Morriston, Swansea</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-20#1630795</link>
      <description>Libanus Church, Morriston, Swansea
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Binfield Congregational Church, Oxford
Walking group.  We pray that this continues to be an opportunity for us to walk together literally and in the Spirit.
Reeth Evangelical Congregational Church, North Yorkshire
We have our AGM on Monday 20th April. Pray that we may know God’s guidance.
Hayes Town Chapel, Middlesex
Our Pastors Andrew Hill and Paul Newham are attending the Banner of Truth Ministers’ Conference. Pray for the speakers to be an encouragement to all who will be present.
Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex
Please pray with us for the quiet ongoing work of the Options crisis pregnancy team of listeners located on our premises.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Please pray for Pastor Rob as he attends the Banner of Truth Ministers conference, pray for a good time of fellowship and a relaxing time</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Libanus Church, Morriston, Swansea&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Binfield Congregational Church, Oxford&lt;br/&gt;Walking group.  We pray that this continues to be an opportunity for us to walk together literally and in the Spirit.&lt;br/&gt;Reeth Evangelical Congregational Church, North Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;We have our AGM on Monday 20th April. Pray that we may know God’s guidance.&lt;br/&gt;Hayes Town Chapel, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Our Pastors Andrew Hill and Paul Newham are attending the Banner of Truth Ministers’ Conference. Pray for the speakers to be an encouragement to all who will be present.&lt;br/&gt;Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray with us for the quiet ongoing work of the Options crisis pregnancy team of listeners located on our premises.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for Pastor Rob as he attends the Banner of Truth Ministers conference, pray for a good time of fellowship and a relaxing time</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-20T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Morley Community Church, West Yorkshire</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-19#1629072</link>
      <description>Morley Community Church, West Yorkshire
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Today we will be joining together spending time in fellowship over a church lunch, pray that this would serve to build and strengthen relationships across the church family.
Hope Church Smethwick, West Midlands
Give thanks for the baptism of a young man on April 19th.  Pray for him to continue to grow in faith, hope and love.  Pray too for a man in our community who has expressed a desire to be baptised.  Pray that there would be opportunities to discuss Jesus with him and God would work powerfully in his heart to save and transform.
Heathfield Chapel, East Sussex
Please pray for all those attending today and for Gwynne Evans who is preaching and that all may be truly blessed as the Word is preached.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Morley Community Church, West Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Today we will be joining together spending time in fellowship over a church lunch, pray that this would serve to build and strengthen relationships across the church family.&lt;br/&gt;Hope Church Smethwick, West Midlands&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks for the baptism of a young man on April 19th.  Pray for him to continue to grow in faith, hope and love.  Pray too for a man in our community who has expressed a desire to be baptised.  Pray that there would be opportunities to discuss Jesus with him and God would work powerfully in his heart to save and transform.&lt;br/&gt;Heathfield Chapel, East Sussex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for all those attending today and for Gwynne Evans who is preaching and that all may be truly blessed as the Word is preached.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-19T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Moneymore Congregational Church, Northern Ireland</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-18#1629071</link>
      <description>Moneymore Congregational Church, Northern Ireland
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Quarry Bank Congregational Church, Dudley, West Midlands
Prayer meeting 10am where we seek the Lord's guidance.
Alexandra Road Congregational Church, Hemel Hempstead
Pray for several elderly people struggling with frailty, illness, uncertain health etc - to be spared long drawn-out pain or decline if God wills, and for the comfort of his love as the Spirit pours it out in their hearts.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Moneymore Congregational Church, Northern Ireland&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Quarry Bank Congregational Church, Dudley, West Midlands&lt;br/&gt;Prayer meeting 10am where we seek the Lord's guidance.&lt;br/&gt;Alexandra Road Congregational Church, Hemel Hempstead&lt;br/&gt;Pray for several elderly people struggling with frailty, illness, uncertain health etc - to be spared long drawn-out pain or decline if God wills, and for the comfort of his love as the Spirit pours it out in their hearts.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-18T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Cannon Park Congregational Church, Middlesbrough</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-17#1629070</link>
      <description>Cannon Park Congregational Church, Middlesbrough
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Hayes Town Chapel, Middlesex
Several of our young people will attend the Banner of Truth Conference weekend – pray that this will be a great spiritual stimulus.
Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London
Please pray for Church new goals for Church growth.
Binfield Congregational Church, Oxford
This week as we meet, we will be praying for the spread of the gospel and the provision of elders and deacons.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Cannon Park Congregational Church, Middlesbrough&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Hayes Town Chapel, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Several of our young people will attend the Banner of Truth Conference weekend – pray that this will be a great spiritual stimulus.&lt;br/&gt;Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for Church new goals for Church growth.&lt;br/&gt;Binfield Congregational Church, Oxford&lt;br/&gt;This week as we meet, we will be praying for the spread of the gospel and the provision of elders and deacons.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-17T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Marden Congregational Church, Kent</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-16#1629069</link>
      <description>Marden Congregational Church, Kent
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire
We have opportunity to go into local Residential Homes on a Thursday and Sunday each month. Meetings this month 16th and 19th. Pray for the team, for the residents that a word of encouragement will be given as well as the gospel proclaimed.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Tonight is the first Bible Club after Easter, please pray that the children will remember what the real meaning of Easter is. Pray that the leaders and children have had a good break and are ready to come back and learn about what Jesus did for them on the cross.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Marden Congregational Church, Kent&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;We have opportunity to go into local Residential Homes on a Thursday and Sunday each month. Meetings this month 16th and 19th. Pray for the team, for the residents that a word of encouragement will be given as well as the gospel proclaimed.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Tonight is the first Bible Club after Easter, please pray that the children will remember what the real meaning of Easter is. Pray that the leaders and children have had a good break and are ready to come back and learn about what Jesus did for them on the cross.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-16T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Low Ham Chapel, Somerset</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-15#1629068</link>
      <description>Low Ham Chapel, Somerset
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Wheelock Congregational Church, Cheshire
Knit &amp; Natter Group 1-3pm. An outreach group where the surrounding community are welcome to come along free of charge to knit, crochet, sew and enjoy fellowship over a cup of tea. The Knit and Natter group is doing well. We have a lady who was hurt by a pastor in the past and was very bitter, she now talks about the bible and is asking questions. Please pray for her and for this group, that all who attend enjoy it and that we take the opportunity to continue to witness to them.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Please pray for the people who attend the coffee morning, pray for anyone who attends, and the fellowship that we have a good time.
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Our monthly carer's café meets today between 10.30and 12.30pm. Please pray that the support offered here will encourage those who are caring for loved ones and give them the time to talk. Our Craft Club is a great time with about 15+ people coming in from the village. Please pray for the witness to them as they chat. Please pray that some may begin to come along to Chapel on a Sunday.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Low Ham Chapel, Somerset&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Wheelock Congregational Church, Cheshire&lt;br/&gt;Knit &amp; Natter Group 1-3pm. An outreach group where the surrounding community are welcome to come along free of charge to knit, crochet, sew and enjoy fellowship over a cup of tea. The Knit and Natter group is doing well. We have a lady who was hurt by a pastor in the past and was very bitter, she now talks about the bible and is asking questions. Please pray for her and for this group, that all who attend enjoy it and that we take the opportunity to continue to witness to them.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the people who attend the coffee morning, pray for anyone who attends, and the fellowship that we have a good time.&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Our monthly carer's café meets today between 10.30and 12.30pm. Please pray that the support offered here will encourage those who are caring for loved ones and give them the time to talk. Our Craft Club is a great time with about 15+ people coming in from the village. Please pray for the witness to them as they chat. Please pray that some may begin to come along to Chapel on a Sunday.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-15T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Peniel Green Congregational Church, Swansea</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-14#1629067</link>
      <description>Peniel Green Congregational Church, Swansea
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Bulkington Congregational Church. Warwickshire
Amongst our congregation are several members of 'advancing years', pray that they will enjoy good health and continue to use their wisdom to bless the younger members.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Peniel Green Congregational Church, Swansea&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Bulkington Congregational Church. Warwickshire&lt;br/&gt;Amongst our congregation are several members of 'advancing years', pray that they will enjoy good health and continue to use their wisdom to bless the younger members.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-14T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Union Congregational Church, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-13#1629066</link>
      <description>Union Congregational Church, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
We have a deputation from Trinitarian Bible Society who will be with us this evening, telling us all about their work of spreading the gospel.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Union Congregational Church, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;We have a deputation from Trinitarian Bible Society who will be with us this evening, telling us all about their work of spreading the gospel.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-13T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Lee Mill Congregational Church, Devon</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-12#1627654</link>
      <description>Lee Mill Congregational Church, Devon
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Ballymena Congregational Church, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland
We are encouraged over the past 6 months by some additional attendees at our morning service and children's church, along with our football coaching outreach among youth which has recently celebrated its tenth year.
Staines Congregational Church, Middlesex
Please pray for Nick as he preaches through Daniel after Easter, that the LORD would show us how to live lives that glorify Jesus, amid swirling world events. And please pray for Jez, who will be doing more preaching (through the book of Jonah) that the LORD will encourage him in his gift and use him to strengthen the church.
Binfield Congregational Church, Oxford
We pray for the children in Sunday School, that they will come to know the Lord as their personal Saviour.
Heathfield Chapel, East Sussex
Please pray for all those attending today and for Andrew Billinghay who is preaching and that all may be truly blessed as the Word is preached.
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Please pray for the men's breakfast that the relationships will be build up among the men. Please pray for good conversation and opportunities to share the gospel. Please pray for the residents in Allenbrook Nursing Home as a group from the church hold a short service at 3pm. Please pray that the hymns and message will cause those present to consider their eternal future.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Lee Mill Congregational Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Ballymena Congregational Church, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland&lt;br/&gt;We are encouraged over the past 6 months by some additional attendees at our morning service and children's church, along with our football coaching outreach among youth which has recently celebrated its tenth year.&lt;br/&gt;Staines Congregational Church, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for Nick as he preaches through Daniel after Easter, that the LORD would show us how to live lives that glorify Jesus, amid swirling world events. And please pray for Jez, who will be doing more preaching (through the book of Jonah) that the LORD will encourage him in his gift and use him to strengthen the church.&lt;br/&gt;Binfield Congregational Church, Oxford&lt;br/&gt;We pray for the children in Sunday School, that they will come to know the Lord as their personal Saviour.&lt;br/&gt;Heathfield Chapel, East Sussex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for all those attending today and for Andrew Billinghay who is preaching and that all may be truly blessed as the Word is preached.&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the men's breakfast that the relationships will be build up among the men. Please pray for good conversation and opportunities to share the gospel. Please pray for the residents in Allenbrook Nursing Home as a group from the church hold a short service at 3pm. Please pray that the hymns and message will cause those present to consider their eternal future.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-12T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Larne Congregational Church, Co Antrim</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-11#1627653</link>
      <description>Larne Congregational Church, Co Antrim
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Morley Community Church, West Yorkshire
Continue to pray for our Gap Year Volunteers Reka and Flora from Hungary that they will grow in their experience, maturity and spiritual understanding.
Junction One, Bromsgrove
Please pray for growth with new people coming along and being saved.
Prayer too for us to catch a real vision to pray.
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Please pray for the Girls' Night in. All the ladies meet for a relaxed get together. Please pray for relationships being built up amongst the ladies.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Larne Congregational Church, Co Antrim&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Morley Community Church, West Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Continue to pray for our Gap Year Volunteers Reka and Flora from Hungary that they will grow in their experience, maturity and spiritual understanding.&lt;br/&gt;Junction One, Bromsgrove&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for growth with new people coming along and being saved.&lt;br/&gt;Prayer too for us to catch a real vision to pray.&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the Girls' Night in. All the ladies meet for a relaxed get together. Please pray for relationships being built up amongst the ladies.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-11T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Lake Road Chapel, Keswick</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-10#1627652</link>
      <description>Lake Road Chapel, Keswick
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire
We do not have a Pastor at present, pray that the Lord will provide the right man at the right time. In the meantime, we give thanks for the men (from within and without) who can Minister God’s word to us each Sunday (10.30 a.m. and 6.30 p.m.)
Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London
Please pray for spring mission initiative as all sponsored children will be changing their school year and will need new uniforms and books.
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
There is a coffee morning today. Please pray that many will come including ladies and men who do not normally come to Chapel.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Lake Road Chapel, Keswick&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;We do not have a Pastor at present, pray that the Lord will provide the right man at the right time. In the meantime, we give thanks for the men (from within and without) who can Minister God’s word to us each Sunday (10.30 a.m. and 6.30 p.m.)&lt;br/&gt;Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for spring mission initiative as all sponsored children will be changing their school year and will need new uniforms and books.&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;There is a coffee morning today. Please pray that many will come including ladies and men who do not normally come to Chapel.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-10T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Zion Congregational Church,...</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-09#1627651</link>
      <description>Zion Congregational Church, Hyde, Greater Manchester
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Alexandra Road Congregational Church, Hemel Hempstead
Pray for the relatively new Associate Pastor John Goodman to get to know us, and our ways in a non-Anglican church, better.
Wheelock Congregational Church, Cheshire
The Albanian Evangelical Mission will be coming along to present the annual update to us of what has happened over the last year, with their work in Albania and Kosovo and where our prayers are needed. This is a very interesting and informative presentation and we love having them visit us. Please pray for this evening and for Fiona as she presents the update.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Please pray for a relaxing break over the Easter holidays for all the staff and the Children remember what the leaders have been teaching them over the past term</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Zion Congregational Church, Hyde, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Alexandra Road Congregational Church, Hemel Hempstead&lt;br/&gt;Pray for the relatively new Associate Pastor John Goodman to get to know us, and our ways in a non-Anglican church, better.&lt;br/&gt;Wheelock Congregational Church, Cheshire&lt;br/&gt;The Albanian Evangelical Mission will be coming along to present the annual update to us of what has happened over the last year, with their work in Albania and Kosovo and where our prayers are needed. This is a very interesting and informative presentation and we love having them visit us. Please pray for this evening and for Fiona as she presents the update.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for a relaxing break over the Easter holidays for all the staff and the Children remember what the leaders have been teaching them over the past term</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-09T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Hullbridge Free Church, Essex</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-08#1627650</link>
      <description>Hullbridge Free Church, Essex
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Nazeing Congregational Church, Essex
We don't have many visitors but there are a few who pop in from time to time. We do have a visitor that we have been praying for who pops in from time to time. Please pray for a response to the preaching of the Word and for good conversations after the service.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Please pray for the Church Members meeting tonight, so that we can discuss the matter of business</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Hullbridge Free Church, Essex&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Nazeing Congregational Church, Essex&lt;br/&gt;We don't have many visitors but there are a few who pop in from time to time. We do have a visitor that we have been praying for who pops in from time to time. Please pray for a response to the preaching of the Word and for good conversations after the service.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the Church Members meeting tonight, so that we can discuss the matter of business</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-08T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-07#1627649</link>
      <description>Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Bridge Church Gwersyllt, Wrexham
After Easter we will launch our new church name which has been voted on by the members. The name is 'Bridge Church Gwersyllt'. Besides our building being by a bridge we see a bridge as a picture of the gospel (Christ our mediator) and as a symbol of our mission (to take the gospel to the world).
Village Temple, Mynydd Isa, North Wales
Our Ladies Guild resumes today in which a small group share their Christian faith and friendship in an informal way
Wycliffe Church, Sheffield
Pray for our Passion for Life activities to ignite a desire in people to find out more about Jesus.
Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester
Please pray for the weekly Bible study and prayer meeting, pray that the people have a good time of fellowship.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Bridge Church Gwersyllt, Wrexham&lt;br/&gt;After Easter we will launch our new church name which has been voted on by the members. The name is 'Bridge Church Gwersyllt'. Besides our building being by a bridge we see a bridge as a picture of the gospel (Christ our mediator) and as a symbol of our mission (to take the gospel to the world).&lt;br/&gt;Village Temple, Mynydd Isa, North Wales&lt;br/&gt;Our Ladies Guild resumes today in which a small group share their Christian faith and friendship in an informal way&lt;br/&gt;Wycliffe Church, Sheffield&lt;br/&gt;Pray for our Passion for Life activities to ignite a desire in people to find out more about Jesus.&lt;br/&gt;Droylsden Independent Church, Greater Manchester&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the weekly Bible study and prayer meeting, pray that the people have a good time of fellowship.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-07T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Highbury Quadrant...</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-06#1627648</link>
      <description>Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Rochford Congregational Church, Essex
Join with us in thanking the Lord for his providence financially re the building work we have had recently done – and pray that the buildings will be used to help get the message of Christs love for us to the community of Rochford.
Christ Church, Teddington, Middlesex
Prayer that in all the goings out and comings in of our congregation we might be strengthened and blessed, despite the disinterest of the people around us.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Rochford Congregational Church, Essex&lt;br/&gt;Join with us in thanking the Lord for his providence financially re the building work we have had recently done – and pray that the buildings will be used to help get the message of Christs love for us to the community of Rochford.&lt;br/&gt;Christ Church, Teddington, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Prayer that in all the goings out and comings in of our congregation we might be strengthened and blessed, despite the disinterest of the people around us.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-06T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Henley Christian Fellowship, Somerset</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-04-05#1624401</link>
      <description>Henley Christian Fellowship, Somerset
Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.
Heathfield Chapel, East Sussex
Please pray Bill Calder as he brings God’s Word on this Easter Sunday and that many will come along.
Knockbracken Congregational Church, Belfast
Pray for our all-new Christianity Explored Course planned for this season. For protection and good energy for those delivering the invites and pray that God would prepare hearts to receive the good news of the gospel.
Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire
“‘Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: “The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.”’ Then they remembered his words.” Let us remember the words.
Quarry Bank Congregational Church, Dudley, West Midlands
Please pray for all those who attend our Easter morning service 11am - He is risen!
Ballymacashon Congregational Church, Co. Down
We meet today to rejoice in the good news of the resurrection. Please pray for each one that their hearts might rejoice in this too!
Stony Stratford Evangelical Church, Buckinghamshire
Please pray for our service this morning as the good news of the resurrection is preached.
Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon
Christ is risen indeed! We join with fellow churches in rejoicing in the hope of the resurrection. Pray for any visitors attending today particularly as a response to our leafleting in the local area.
Binfield Congregational Church, Oxford
We pray that locals in the village will be drawn to attend and hear the Word.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Henley Christian Fellowship, Somerset&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks and pray for all who go here, their leaders, and the surrounding area.&lt;br/&gt;Heathfield Chapel, East Sussex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray Bill Calder as he brings God’s Word on this Easter Sunday and that many will come along.&lt;br/&gt;Knockbracken Congregational Church, Belfast&lt;br/&gt;Pray for our all-new Christianity Explored Course planned for this season. For protection and good energy for those delivering the invites and pray that God would prepare hearts to receive the good news of the gospel.&lt;br/&gt;Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;“‘Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: “The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.”’ Then they remembered his words.” Let us remember the words.&lt;br/&gt;Quarry Bank Congregational Church, Dudley, West Midlands&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for all those who attend our Easter morning service 11am - He is risen!&lt;br/&gt;Ballymacashon Congregational Church, Co. Down&lt;br/&gt;We meet today to rejoice in the good news of the resurrection. Please pray for each one that their hearts might rejoice in this too!&lt;br/&gt;Stony Stratford Evangelical Church, Buckinghamshire&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for our service this morning as the good news of the resurrection is preached.&lt;br/&gt;Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Christ is risen indeed! We join with fellow churches in rejoicing in the hope of the resurrection. Pray for any visitors attending today particularly as a response to our leafleting in the local area.&lt;br/&gt;Binfield Congregational Church, Oxford&lt;br/&gt;We pray that locals in the village will be drawn to attend and hear the Word.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-04-05T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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