Lord on this day of shock and mourning for the nation, at the loss of Queen Elizabeth, give us the courage to look forward in faith, to be thankful for her past counsel, and to hold on to the assurance that she is in your loving embrace.

We pray for our country, for a time of national grieving, and thanksgiving for her leadership, her strength and her loyalty.

We hold her family before you, as they mourn, may they be assured of her eternal peace and may they be blessed by the prayers and love of the nation.

Lord in your mercy

Hear our prayer

Amen
Rev Linda Bishop