Occasional Prayers

Almighty God, who hast taught us to make prayers and intercessions for all men: We pray for ministers of religion, and all who guide the thoughts of the people; for artists, authors, musicians, and journalists; that our common life may be crowned with truth and beauty;
For all who heal the body, guard the health of the people, and tend the sick; that they may follow in the footsteps of Christ, the great physician;
For all on whose labour we depend for the necessities of life; for those who carry on the commerce of the world, that they may seek no private gain which would hinder the good of all;
For parents and children; that purity, love, and honour may dwell in our homes, and duty and affection may be the bond of our family life;
For all who draw nigh unto death, that they may know thy presence with them through the valley of the shadow, and may wake to behold thy face; through Jesus Christ our Lord.