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Praying from the contents of my pockets
Day Five - My Work lanyard and pass.
In common with most organisations I have to wear a photopass so that I can remember who I am. Well for security and to open the electronic doors really!
For the first time in my long working life, I also have to wear a card with our Corportate Objectives and Core Values.
They are not a bad set of values for our work together as a church fellowship.
- Treat everyone with honesty, fairness, equality and respect;
- Be open, collaborative, supportive and professional;
- Be proud of who we are and strive for excellence in all we do; and
- Demonstrate integrity in your day-to-day work, trusting and empowering each other.
So today we think of those in employment, paid or voluntary and also of our core objectives and values as the people of God in Fleetville.
I also have my desk key and a memory stick on the lanyard but more of those another day.
Let us pray
Lord we pray for all of those in employment,
paid or voluntary and for those who are seeking work.
We pray that all may receive the due rewards for their labours
be that financial or in job satisfaction.
We pray for those frustrated with their work or who do not feel valued
We pray for those applying for work and
pray that they may present themselves
to the fullness of their ability,
without nerves or fear.
We pray for ourselves,
as we work for your Kingdom here in our fellowship,
may we be enthusuastic, energetic and filled with passion.
We pray that we may have at our very hearts the core objectives
and core values of your Kingdom.
That we may love you,
with all of our hearts and souls.
That we may constantly try to love one another,
as we love ourselves.
That we may always seek to listen to your voice,
as you guide us throughout our lives.
That we may step always in the footsteps
you have walked before us.
That we may speak boldly of you, and
commit our words into your hands
that you may use them to draw others to you.
We pray your blessing on each of us,
as we labour in your harvest.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen
Some resources which might be helpful in our times of devotion.
Hymn - Singing the Faith 547 - Beyond these walls of worship
Reading - Colossians Chapter 3 verses 1 - 17 - "Living as Those Made Alive in Christ".