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    <title>EFCC Prayer Focus</title>
    <link>https://praynow4.org/efcc</link>
    <description>exalting Christ in growing healthy churches</description>
    <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:49:02 +0100</pubDate>
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      <title>Connsbrook Avenue Congregational Church, Belfast</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-25#1651509</link>
      <description>Connsbrook Avenue Congregational Church, Belfast
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire
The ladies meet for “Coffee Break” on Thursday mornings – give thanks that this is a means of blessing and encouragement for those who attend.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Connsbrook Avenue Congregational Church, Belfast&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;The ladies meet for “Coffee Break” on Thursday mornings – give thanks that this is a means of blessing and encouragement for those who attend.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-25T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Coleraine Congregational Church, Co Londonderry</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-24#1651508</link>
      <description>Coleraine Congregational Church, Co Londonderry
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Crystal Peaks Church, Beighton, South Yorkshire
Please pray for our various mid-week activities reaching out to the community: Recorder group (Mon evenings), Drop in (Alternate Tues Afternoons), Crystal tots (Wed Mornings), and Craft club (Fri Mornings), that ongoing contacts with non-Christians will develop.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Coleraine Congregational Church, Co Londonderry&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Crystal Peaks Church, Beighton, South Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for our various mid-week activities reaching out to the community: Recorder group (Mon evenings), Drop in (Alternate Tues Afternoons), Crystal tots (Wed Mornings), and Craft club (Fri Mornings), that ongoing contacts with non-Christians will develop.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-24T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Cockfield Congregational Church, County Durham</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-23#1651507</link>
      <description>Cockfield Congregational Church, County Durham
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Hope Church Smethwick, West Midlands
Give thanks for the completion of the church kitchen.  We are very excited about being able to use it and for the difference it will make for us as a church as we eat together and invite people in.  May God use it for his glory.
Osborne Square Church, Dagenham
Please pray for conversions amongst those doing evangelistic courses.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Cockfield Congregational Church, County Durham&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Hope Church Smethwick, West Midlands&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks for the completion of the church kitchen.  We are very excited about being able to use it and for the difference it will make for us as a church as we eat together and invite people in.  May God use it for his glory.&lt;br/&gt;Osborne Square Church, Dagenham&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for conversions amongst those doing evangelistic courses.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-23T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Chulmleigh Congregational Church, Devon</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-22#1651506</link>
      <description>Chulmleigh Congregational Church, Devon
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex
Along with several sister churches we are earnestly and actively seeking a new pastor. Please pray with us that the Lord calls the right man for this great task, will help us in the search and lead us to him, and him to us. Meanwhile, please pray for our Associate Pastor and elders as they lead us though this time, with deep gratitude for them and all they do to encourage us in sustaining the work and our gospel vision.
Morley Community Church, West Yorkshire
In recent months the local town council has been homeless as the Town Hall (almost next door to the church) undergoes major renovations.  The church has been able to provide a temporary home for council meetings which the Mayor has much appreciated.  Thank the Lord for increased contact with local councillors and pray that much good for the gospel will result from this.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Chulmleigh Congregational Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Along with several sister churches we are earnestly and actively seeking a new pastor. Please pray with us that the Lord calls the right man for this great task, will help us in the search and lead us to him, and him to us. Meanwhile, please pray for our Associate Pastor and elders as they lead us though this time, with deep gratitude for them and all they do to encourage us in sustaining the work and our gospel vision.&lt;br/&gt;Morley Community Church, West Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;In recent months the local town council has been homeless as the Town Hall (almost next door to the church) undergoes major renovations.  The church has been able to provide a temporary home for council meetings which the Mayor has much appreciated.  Thank the Lord for increased contact with local councillors and pray that much good for the gospel will result from this.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-22T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Christ Church, Teddington, Middlesex</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-21#1649526</link>
      <description>Christ Church, Teddington, Middlesex
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Wheelock Congregational Church, Cheshire
Father’s Day, where we thank our glorious Father God for all the numerous blessings, he has bestowed on us and for the sacrifice his son our Lord Jesus Christ made for our salvation
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Please pray for the visit of Anthony Masala from Zambesi Mission. May the time be an encouragement to us but also that might learn more of how God is blessing Malawi.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Christ Church, Teddington, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Wheelock Congregational Church, Cheshire&lt;br/&gt;Father’s Day, where we thank our glorious Father God for all the numerous blessings, he has bestowed on us and for the sacrifice his son our Lord Jesus Christ made for our salvation&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the visit of Anthony Masala from Zambesi Mission. May the time be an encouragement to us but also that might learn more of how God is blessing Malawi.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-21T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Castle Street Evangelical Church, Tredegar, Wales</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-20#1649525</link>
      <description>Castle Street Evangelical Church, Tredegar, Wales
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Reeth Evangelical Congregational Church, North Yorkshire
We are looking forward to our Church Festival (Anniversary) weekend. Services are at 6pm on Saturday 20 June, followed by a buffet meal, and at 11am and 4pm on Sunday 21 June. Rev Paul Mallard will be preaching on all three occasions.
Hayes Town Chapel, Middlesex
This is our Church Anniversary Weekend, celebrating 238 years of witness in the area.  We begin with a Summer Fete at the Chapel to include activities relating to our various Youth and Outreach ministries, presentations of the History of the Church, and Music to enjoy whilst being served refreshments. On Sunday 21st. the celebration continues with Thanksgiving Services.
Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon
After the renovations to our hall, we will be restarting our Men’s Breakfast meetings today at 8.30 am. Our pastor will be sharing his testimony. Pray that men may return and others will accept the invitation to come. Pray also for the practical needs and the spiritual needs on the day.
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Big Alderholt Fete - Please pray for many good conversations and fair weather. Pray that seeds may be sown in the hearts of some today.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Castle Street Evangelical Church, Tredegar, Wales&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Reeth Evangelical Congregational Church, North Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;We are looking forward to our Church Festival (Anniversary) weekend. Services are at 6pm on Saturday 20 June, followed by a buffet meal, and at 11am and 4pm on Sunday 21 June. Rev Paul Mallard will be preaching on all three occasions.&lt;br/&gt;Hayes Town Chapel, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;This is our Church Anniversary Weekend, celebrating 238 years of witness in the area.  We begin with a Summer Fete at the Chapel to include activities relating to our various Youth and Outreach ministries, presentations of the History of the Church, and Music to enjoy whilst being served refreshments. On Sunday 21st. the celebration continues with Thanksgiving Services.&lt;br/&gt;Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;After the renovations to our hall, we will be restarting our Men’s Breakfast meetings today at 8.30 am. Our pastor will be sharing his testimony. Pray that men may return and others will accept the invitation to come. Pray also for the practical needs and the spiritual needs on the day.&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Big Alderholt Fete - Please pray for many good conversations and fair weather. Pray that seeds may be sown in the hearts of some today.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-20T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Carrickfergus Congregational Church, Co Antrim</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-19#1649524</link>
      <description>Carrickfergus Congregational Church, Co Antrim
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Galmpton Independent Evangelical Church, Devon
Give thanks for a new member who joined recently who can help with preaching and take over the musical aspect of the service as our long-term organist is often too poorly to get out now.
Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London
Please pray for Church new goals for Church growth.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Carrickfergus Congregational Church, Co Antrim&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Galmpton Independent Evangelical Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks for a new member who joined recently who can help with preaching and take over the musical aspect of the service as our long-term organist is often too poorly to get out now.&lt;br/&gt;Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for Church new goals for Church growth.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-19T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Cannon Park Congregational Church, Middlesbrough</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-18#1649523</link>
      <description>Cannon Park Congregational Church, Middlesbrough
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Rochford Congregational Church
Please pray for the monthly group who meet at a local sheltered accommodation, we pray for those who attend the group, and for the small team who faithfully run this work.
Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London
Please pray as Church intends to start community Book café for elderly, so that the Church will find an appropriate place near to our charity Shop.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Cannon Park Congregational Church, Middlesbrough&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Rochford Congregational Church&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the monthly group who meet at a local sheltered accommodation, we pray for those who attend the group, and for the small team who faithfully run this work.&lt;br/&gt;Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London&lt;br/&gt;Please pray as Church intends to start community Book café for elderly, so that the Church will find an appropriate place near to our charity Shop.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-18T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Calvary Baptist, Ogmore Vale, Bridgend, Wales</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-17#1649522</link>
      <description>Calvary Baptist, Ogmore Vale, Bridgend, Wales
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex
Please pray with us for various small groups meeting each week in homes or at church, that these times of Bible study and prayer will be effective in the strengthening of souls and deepening our love for Jesus and His Word. Also give thanks with us for our dedicated small groups coordinator and all her encouragement.
Ruiton Congregational Church, Dudley, West Midlands
Please pray for our church members meeting this evening as we reflect on all the Lord has graciously done among us this year and look ahead to the months to come. Pray that the Lord would be glorified in all that is shared and discussed, that He would give wisdom, unity, humility, and encouragement, and that we would be strengthened as we seek to serve Him faithfully.
Wiveliscombe Evangelical Congregational Church, Somerset
Please pray that new members will be added to our number.
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.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Calvary Baptist, Ogmore Vale, Bridgend, Wales&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray with us for various small groups meeting each week in homes or at church, that these times of Bible study and prayer will be effective in the strengthening of souls and deepening our love for Jesus and His Word. Also give thanks with us for our dedicated small groups coordinator and all her encouragement.&lt;br/&gt;Ruiton Congregational Church, Dudley, West Midlands&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for our church members meeting this evening as we reflect on all the Lord has graciously done among us this year and look ahead to the months to come. Pray that the Lord would be glorified in all that is shared and discussed, that He would give wisdom, unity, humility, and encouragement, and that we would be strengthened as we seek to serve Him faithfully.&lt;br/&gt;Wiveliscombe Evangelical Congregational Church, Somerset&lt;br/&gt;Please pray that new members will be added to our number.&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.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-17T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Bulkington Congregational Church. Warwickshire</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-16#1649521</link>
      <description>Bulkington Congregational Church. Warwickshire
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Crystal Peaks Church, Beighton, South Yorkshire
Please pray for our Elders as they lead our home groups which meet on most Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings and on alternate Wednesday afternoons, that they will help us grow in our faith and maturity.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Bulkington Congregational Church. Warwickshire&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Crystal Peaks Church, Beighton, South Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for our Elders as they lead our home groups which meet on most Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings and on alternate Wednesday afternoons, that they will help us grow in our faith and maturity.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-16T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Bulford Chapel, Wiltshire</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-15#1649520</link>
      <description>Bulford Chapel, Wiltshire
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire
Pray for Impact group (age 11+) meeting each Monday and Growth (16+) meeting twice a month. Pray for those who lead, pray that each attendee will grow in the knowledge of our Saviour.
Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford
Walking group - We pray that local people who are not part of the fellowship will feel drawn to join with us to provide the opportunity to build relationships and share the gospel in the beautiful countryside.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Bulford Chapel, Wiltshire&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Pray for Impact group (age 11+) meeting each Monday and Growth (16+) meeting twice a month. Pray for those who lead, pray that each attendee will grow in the knowledge of our Saviour.&lt;br/&gt;Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford&lt;br/&gt;Walking group - We pray that local people who are not part of the fellowship will feel drawn to join with us to provide the opportunity to build relationships and share the gospel in the beautiful countryside.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-15T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Birstall Community Church, West Yorkshire</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-14#1647878</link>
      <description>Birstall Community Church, West Yorkshire
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex
Please pray with us for our regular Sunday services, for all those involved in delivering them and attending, especially that the Spirit will anoint the preaching of the Word to the saving of souls, for the Lord's glory.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Birstall Community Church, West Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray with us for our regular Sunday services, for all those involved in delivering them and attending, especially that the Spirit will anoint the preaching of the Word to the saving of souls, for the Lord's glory.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-14T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-13#1647877</link>
      <description>Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Bridge Church Gwersyllt, Wrexham
Pray for Dee Valley Christian Fellowship our outreach work south of Wrexham. We are seeking the Lord for workers to come and join us in this ministry and especially someone to lead the ministry as our current leaders are old and unwell. Pray also for those who regularly hear the gospel to respond in faith, coming to trust in the Lord Jesus Christ.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Bridge Church Gwersyllt, Wrexham&lt;br/&gt;Pray for Dee Valley Christian Fellowship our outreach work south of Wrexham. We are seeking the Lord for workers to come and join us in this ministry and especially someone to lead the ministry as our current leaders are old and unwell. Pray also for those who regularly hear the gospel to respond in faith, coming to trust in the Lord Jesus Christ.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-13T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Bethlehem Chapel, Richmond Upon Thames</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-12#1647876</link>
      <description>Bethlehem Chapel, Richmond Upon Thames
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Morley Community Church, West Yorkshire
Give thanks that the church was asked to host the retiring Mayor’s Civic Thanksgiving Service and for the evangelism &amp; relationship opportunities this provided.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Bethlehem Chapel, Richmond Upon Thames&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Morley Community Church, West Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks that the church was asked to host the retiring Mayor’s Civic Thanksgiving Service and for the evangelism &amp; relationship opportunities this provided.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-12T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Bethel Evangelical Free Church, Stoke on Trent</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-11#1647875</link>
      <description>Bethel Evangelical Free Church, Stoke on Trent
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Wycliffe Church, Sheffield
Give thanks for three people who were baptised in May. We are thankful they have chosen to take this step of faith.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Bethel Evangelical Free Church, Stoke on Trent&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Wycliffe Church, Sheffield&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks for three people who were baptised in May. We are thankful they have chosen to take this step of faith.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-11T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Bere Regis Congregational Church, Dorset</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-10#1647874</link>
      <description>Bere Regis Congregational Church, Dorset
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Low Ham Chapel, Somerset
Give thanks we have been encouraged lately; God has been very good.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Bere Regis Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Low Ham Chapel, Somerset&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks we have been encouraged lately; God has been very good.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-10T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Bangor Congregational Church, Co. Down</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-09#1647873</link>
      <description>Bangor Congregational Church, Co. Down
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Nazeing Congregational Church, Essex
Over the last few years as you may have picked up, our finances have been a source of great concern. Whilst the Lord has been good on many occasions, I am looking for part time work. Please pray about this.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Bangor Congregational Church, Co. Down&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Nazeing Congregational Church, Essex&lt;br/&gt;Over the last few years as you may have picked up, our finances have been a source of great concern. Whilst the Lord has been good on many occasions, I am looking for part time work. Please pray about this.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-09T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Ballymena Congregational...</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-08#1647872</link>
      <description>Ballymena Congregational Church, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Scarr Chapel, Lydeard St. Lawrence, Somerset
We are planning an outreach leaflet of testimonies given to some of our congregation past and present. Please pray that this will yield fruit for eternity.
Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London
Please pray for family of our Church Member Toyin who is struggling with health and has lost her eyesight.
Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Gaming &amp; God Please pray for this event, where 8 -14-year-olds meet to play games and listen to a gospel talk.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Ballymena Congregational Church, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Scarr Chapel, Lydeard St. Lawrence, Somerset&lt;br/&gt;We are planning an outreach leaflet of testimonies given to some of our congregation past and present. Please pray that this will yield fruit for eternity.&lt;br/&gt;Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for family of our Church Member Toyin who is struggling with health and has lost her eyesight.&lt;br/&gt;Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Gaming &amp; God Please pray for this event, where 8 -14-year-olds meet to play games and listen to a gospel talk.</content:encoded>
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      <title>Ballymacashon Congregational Church, Co. Down</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-07#1645663</link>
      <description>Ballymacashon Congregational Church, Co. Down
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Crystal Peaks Church, Beighton, South Yorkshire
Please pray for our Pastor, David Thornhill-Smith, and his family as they are looking for a house to buy in the area.
Bridge Church Gwersyllt, Wrexham
Pray for our trainee elders, Tim and Darren, as they learn about what it means to be an elder and take on opportunities to lead and teach in different settings.
Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford
We pray and give thanks for our pastor Steve as he ministers to the fellowship, and for our deacon Andy as he supports the running of the church.
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.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Ballymacashon Congregational Church, Co. Down&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Crystal Peaks Church, Beighton, South Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for our Pastor, David Thornhill-Smith, and his family as they are looking for a house to buy in the area.&lt;br/&gt;Bridge Church Gwersyllt, Wrexham&lt;br/&gt;Pray for our trainee elders, Tim and Darren, as they learn about what it means to be an elder and take on opportunities to lead and teach in different settings.&lt;br/&gt;Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford&lt;br/&gt;We pray and give thanks for our pastor Steve as he ministers to the fellowship, and for our deacon Andy as he supports the running of the church.&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.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-07T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Ballycraigy Congregational Church, Co, Antrim</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-06#1645662</link>
      <description>Ballycraigy Congregational Church, Co, Antrim
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Hayes Town Chapel, Middlesex
We have a Songs of Praise for Senior Citizens when we invite local elderly contacts to enjoy singing favourite hymns, accompanied by testimonies, followed with serving afternoon tea. This time of fellowship is greatly appreciated, especially by those who are experiencing loneliness.
Quarry Bank Congregational Church, Dudley, West Midlands
Deacons meeting 10am. We pray for wisdom and God's leading.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Ballycraigy Congregational Church, Co, Antrim&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Hayes Town Chapel, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;We have a Songs of Praise for Senior Citizens when we invite local elderly contacts to enjoy singing favourite hymns, accompanied by testimonies, followed with serving afternoon tea. This time of fellowship is greatly appreciated, especially by those who are experiencing loneliness.&lt;br/&gt;Quarry Bank Congregational Church, Dudley, West Midlands&lt;br/&gt;Deacons meeting 10am. We pray for wisdom and God's leading.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-06T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-05#1645661</link>
      <description>Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Osborne Square Church, Dagenham
Please pray that God would bless our door-to-door ministry as we do more in the summer with more sunlight.
Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire
Two of our members have an opportunity to work in a local school, to work with the children and to get to know the parents, as well as better contact with the school.
Give thanks for a good response from the school. Tonight we have another of our pizza and games nights for families – creating a link between the school and ourselves. Much appreciated by the families who have real needs. Pray for fruit from this work.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Osborne Square Church, Dagenham&lt;br/&gt;Please pray that God would bless our door-to-door ministry as we do more in the summer with more sunlight.&lt;br/&gt;Latimer Congregational Church, Grovehill Road, Beverley, East Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;Two of our members have an opportunity to work in a local school, to work with the children and to get to know the parents, as well as better contact with the school.&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks for a good response from the school. Tonight we have another of our pizza and games nights for families – creating a link between the school and ourselves. Much appreciated by the families who have real needs. Pray for fruit from this work.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-05T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Alexandra Road...</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-04#1645660</link>
      <description>Alexandra Road Congregational Church, Hemel Hempstead
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Hope Church Smethwick, West Midlands
Give thanks for a wonderful baptism at the end of April, a clear testimony, and a good celebration of the Lord's work in his life.
Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex
Please give thanks with us and pray for all our seniors, especially for a significant number who are now unable to attend church services. Give thanks with us for their resilience, example, continued prayerful contributions and the Thursday mornings Community Group that several of them remain able regularly to attend. Today, please pray especially for our 'June Rendezvous' event for any seniors in church and community and for our guest speaker Gwynne Evans as the gospel is shared and commended.
Wiveliscombe Evangelical Congregational Church, Somerset
Please pray that the Deacon and Trustee meeting would go smoothly and glorify God.
Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London
Pray for the preaching of the early parts of Genesis.  Pray for unity in the church especially where we disagree, for salvation for unbelievers, and for growth in our knowledge and love of God.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Alexandra Road Congregational Church, Hemel Hempstead&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Hope Church Smethwick, West Midlands&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks for a wonderful baptism at the end of April, a clear testimony, and a good celebration of the Lord's work in his life.&lt;br/&gt;Ashford Congregational Church, Middlesex&lt;br/&gt;Please give thanks with us and pray for all our seniors, especially for a significant number who are now unable to attend church services. Give thanks with us for their resilience, example, continued prayerful contributions and the Thursday mornings Community Group that several of them remain able regularly to attend. Today, please pray especially for our 'June Rendezvous' event for any seniors in church and community and for our guest speaker Gwynne Evans as the gospel is shared and commended.&lt;br/&gt;Wiveliscombe Evangelical Congregational Church, Somerset&lt;br/&gt;Please pray that the Deacon and Trustee meeting would go smoothly and glorify God.&lt;br/&gt;Highbury Quadrant Congregational Church, Greater London&lt;br/&gt;Pray for the preaching of the early parts of Genesis.  Pray for unity in the church especially where we disagree, for salvation for unbelievers, and for growth in our knowledge and love of God.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-04T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-03#1645659</link>
      <description>Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Reeth Evangelical Congregational Church, North Yorkshire
We have been very encouraged by our children’s work. Starting from scratch in January, we now have about sixteen children who attend the ‘Extra Time’ club at 6pm on each Wednesday in term time. Please pray for these children as they are gently introduced to the Gospel message and for the contact with their parents.
Wheelock Congregational Church, Cheshire
Friendship Group 1-3pm – This is an outreach event held once a month where the community can come along free of charge; they can make new friends, enjoy fellowship, hear a thought for the week and have a cup of tea. This Friendship group is not doing well; numbers vary and are quite low. There are some that attend who are asking searching questions. Please pray for those that seek to get closer to the Lord and continue to pray for this group and its outreach.
Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford
Little Fishes meets each week on a Wednesday please pray that the good relationships we build with the parents and carers and the Bible story told each week will bear fruit.
It is our Members’ meeting today.  We pray for wisdom and the Lord’s guidance in our deliberations.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Alderholt Congregational Church, Dorset&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Reeth Evangelical Congregational Church, North Yorkshire&lt;br/&gt;We have been very encouraged by our children’s work. Starting from scratch in January, we now have about sixteen children who attend the ‘Extra Time’ club at 6pm on each Wednesday in term time. Please pray for these children as they are gently introduced to the Gospel message and for the contact with their parents.&lt;br/&gt;Wheelock Congregational Church, Cheshire&lt;br/&gt;Friendship Group 1-3pm – This is an outreach event held once a month where the community can come along free of charge; they can make new friends, enjoy fellowship, hear a thought for the week and have a cup of tea. This Friendship group is not doing well; numbers vary and are quite low. There are some that attend who are asking searching questions. Please pray for those that seek to get closer to the Lord and continue to pray for this group and its outreach.&lt;br/&gt;Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford&lt;br/&gt;Little Fishes meets each week on a Wednesday please pray that the good relationships we build with the parents and carers and the Bible story told each week will bear fruit.&lt;br/&gt;It is our Members’ meeting today.  We pray for wisdom and the Lord’s guidance in our deliberations.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-03T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Abbott’s Cross Congregational Church, Co Antrim</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-02#1645658</link>
      <description>Abbott’s Cross Congregational Church, Co Antrim
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
Galmpton Independent Evangelical Church, Devon
Our only Deacon resigned from the church for personal reasons so please pray for those taking over his responsibilities for the finances and upkeep of the buildings. This involves several name changes to existing accounts and is time consuming.
Bridge Church Gwersyllt, Wrexham
Give thanks for the Church Holiday Club which took place in May half term. We are grateful to the OM team who came to help us and for all the children who attended. Please pray for ongoing contacts with them and their families.
Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon
Tonight we are hosting a meeting of The Christian Institute at 7.30 pm. Pray for this work as they stand for Biblical truths and support Christians facing persecution and opposition. The topic will be In the image of God.
Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford
Please pray for the final session of three exploring Christianity for non-Christians and those who wish to build a greater knowledge.  We pray that our God will draw people to Himself through the gospel of His Son.
We give thanks for the recent baptisms at the end of April and pray for those who were baptised.
Village Temple, Mynydd Isa, North Wales
As this time of writing (May 2026), we continue to struggle on with no pastor and little leadership. However, we are thankful to the Lord that with the total dependence on visiting men from other Gospel-preaching, like-minded churches, the secretary has been able to fill the pulpit for most Sundays and for some Thursday evening Bible-study and prayer times.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Abbott’s Cross Congregational Church, Co Antrim&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&lt;br/&gt;Galmpton Independent Evangelical Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Our only Deacon resigned from the church for personal reasons so please pray for those taking over his responsibilities for the finances and upkeep of the buildings. This involves several name changes to existing accounts and is time consuming.&lt;br/&gt;Bridge Church Gwersyllt, Wrexham&lt;br/&gt;Give thanks for the Church Holiday Club which took place in May half term. We are grateful to the OM team who came to help us and for all the children who attended. Please pray for ongoing contacts with them and their families.&lt;br/&gt;Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;Tonight we are hosting a meeting of The Christian Institute at 7.30 pm. Pray for this work as they stand for Biblical truths and support Christians facing persecution and opposition. The topic will be In the image of God.&lt;br/&gt;Binfield Heath Congregational Church, Oxford&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for the final session of three exploring Christianity for non-Christians and those who wish to build a greater knowledge.  We pray that our God will draw people to Himself through the gospel of His Son.&lt;br/&gt;We give thanks for the recent baptisms at the end of April and pray for those who were baptised.&lt;br/&gt;Village Temple, Mynydd Isa, North Wales&lt;br/&gt;As this time of writing (May 2026), we continue to struggle on with no pastor and little leadership. However, we are thankful to the Lord that with the total dependence on visiting men from other Gospel-preaching, like-minded churches, the secretary has been able to fill the pulpit for most Sundays and for some Thursday evening Bible-study and prayer times.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-02T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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      <title>Albert Bridge Congregational Church, Belfast</title>
      <link>http://www.prayermate.net/feeds/2773/petitions/2026-06-01#1645657</link>
      <description>Albert Bridge Congregational Church, Belfast
Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.
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.)
Rochford Congregational Church, Essex
Please pray for our church deacons – we have just recently held elections, and we ask that the Lord enable, help and guide those elected as they start their new term.
Abbott’s Cross Congregational Church, Co Antrim
In Christ Church (Congregational) Abbots Cross we have our Children's Day service on Sunday 31st May followed by Trailblazers, our Holiday Bible Club, from Monday 1st to Friday 5th June.
Ruiton Congregational Church, Dudley, West Midlands
Thank God for our Sunday School teachers and their God-given abilities for creating/adapting practical activities to help engage young minds and compliment and reinforce what the teaching.
Wycliffe Church, Sheffield
Pray for the Passion for Life Football tournament we're organizing in June and for God to powerfully use the speaker sharing how God has changed their life.
Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon
EFCC Pastors will be gathering at our church for a Southwest Fraternal meeting. This is a new venture. Please pray that Pastors will be able to attend and will benefit from time shared together. Ministry Director Tom Brand will be the speaker.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
      <content:encoded>Albert Bridge Congregational Church, Belfast&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for members and those who attend this church, leadership team and Pastor that God may continue to strengthen and encourage them to continue serving the Lord.&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;Rochford Congregational Church, Essex&lt;br/&gt;Please pray for our church deacons – we have just recently held elections, and we ask that the Lord enable, help and guide those elected as they start their new term.&lt;br/&gt;Abbott’s Cross Congregational Church, Co Antrim&lt;br/&gt;In Christ Church (Congregational) Abbots Cross we have our Children's Day service on Sunday 31st May followed by Trailblazers, our Holiday Bible Club, from Monday 1st to Friday 5th June.&lt;br/&gt;Ruiton Congregational Church, Dudley, West Midlands&lt;br/&gt;Thank God for our Sunday School teachers and their God-given abilities for creating/adapting practical activities to help engage young minds and compliment and reinforce what the teaching.&lt;br/&gt;Wycliffe Church, Sheffield&lt;br/&gt;Pray for the Passion for Life Football tournament we're organizing in June and for God to powerfully use the speaker sharing how God has changed their life.&lt;br/&gt;Honiton Evangelical Congregational Church, Devon&lt;br/&gt;EFCC Pastors will be gathering at our church for a Southwest Fraternal meeting. This is a new venture. Please pray that Pastors will be able to attend and will benefit from time shared together. Ministry Director Tom Brand will be the speaker.</content:encoded>
      <dc:date>2026-06-01T00:00:00+01:00</dc:date>
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