Our prayers, together with the prayers of the nation, are with the Royal Family as they mourn the loss of their dear mother and grandmother, and we mourn the loss of a remarkable Sovereign.

At home in the arms of her Saviour, may Queen Elizabeth rest in peace and rise in glory.

During this time of mourning, our churches will be open for you to come in and quietly remember Her Majesty, in prayer or in stillness.

There is an official Book of Condolences at St Mary’s Church, Stafford, or online at www.churchofengland.org

Gracious God, we give thanks
for the life of your servant Queen Elizabeth,
for her faith and her dedication to duty.
Bless our nation as we mourn her death
and may her example continue to inspire us;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen