Topical Prayers
You are invited to use these texts in your own worship and private prayer. You don't have to know any particular prayers if you want to pray - in fact, fixed texts can sometimes get in the way - but the ones listed here may help you to think about ideas, images, and forms of words you can use.
Prayers to mark the centenary of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
The Church of England offers the following prayer to mark the centenary of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
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A prayer for St George’s Day
A prayer celebrating St George, martyr and Patron saint of England.
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A prayer for the Confirmation of Election of the Archbishop of Canterbury
A prayer as Bishop Sarah Mullally legally becomes the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury.
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A prayer for Holocaust Memorial Day
2026 marks the 81st anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau. A prayer from the Council of Christians and Jews.
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A prayer for Christian unity
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is dedicated to reflecting on our unity in Christ and exploring ways to demonstrate love and support for one another.
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A prayer for Blue Christmas
A prayer for Blue Christmas, for those who feel alone or are grieving this Advent, or find the season difficult for other reasons.
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A prayer following the Bondi terror attack
A prayer for those affected by the Bondi Beach terror attack in Sydney, Australia.
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Prayers marking the 25th anniversary of the publication of Common Worship
These prayers mark the 25th anniversary of its release and coincide with a new cycle for the Common Worship lectionary.
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