Loving God,

You hold all our times in your hands: our past, our present, our future.

Be close to us now as we remember the Covid pandemic, as we think about all that has changed, and help us to trust that you are always with us.                                   

Be close to us as we remember those who have died; especially as we think of someone we loved and knew, but see no longer, whether family, friend, colleague or neighbour. Comfort us with your presence.

You place us in families and communities, and we give you thanks for all those around us who serve us and help us in so many ways. Give wisdom to community leaders, to our schools, hospitals, care homes and other agencies who make a difference to our lives. 

Show us how to reach out to others with kindness and care,
so that hope shines out in every heart and home,
Amen.