March 2025

Saturday 1

Las Palmas (Gran Canaria): (Also serves Playa del Ingles) Chaplain: David Brown. Please support us in praying for our growing Chaplaincy family, Pray for our challenges in enriching our Worship, in deepening our relationships with God and all the peoples of His World, in reaching out in Love to all who live in this Island especially the young and all those who might be helped and supported by our worship and fellowship, and in restoring the Church and Gardens of Holy Trinity so that we can pass this beautiful Church and grounds to future generations. Pray that we may be sensitive to the needs of others in the Diocese and to be aware of how we can help and support other Chaplaincies and the work of the Diocese

Sunday 2 

We especially remember Bishop Andrew Norman in his installation today.

Give thanks and pray for our fellowship with the German Protestant Churches (Evangelische Kirche Deutschland) (Meissen Declaration). 

Diocesan Office in London: Locum Ministry Administrator: Emma Biaggi and for the Communications Team: Ruth Blanco and Susi Doherty.

Monday 3

Warsaw: (also serves Kracow, Gdansk, Kyiv) Chaplain: Kasta Dip. Reader: Elizabeth Turek  Pray for Kasta and Elizabeth and their team of worship leaders as they cater to the various spiritual needs of their parishioners and that the congregations will benefit from the gifts and talents of the newcomers.  Pray for 15 Ukrainian refugees receiving training through the Love Thy Neighbour project run by the Chaplaincy in Warsaw to support their life and livelihood in Poland. Also, pray for the Stewardship Campaign.

Tuesday 4

Paris St George: Chaplain: Mark Osborne, Assistant Chaplain Jeffrey John. Assistant: Nicolas Razafindratsima. Pray for the Chaplaincy Council and Finance Committee as we have to make decisions about our staffing going forward and pray for all those who lead areas of work here in the Chaplaincy. Pray too for France – giving thanks for the renewed interest in the Faith and praying that we might live out liberté, égalité et fraternité as Christians to build God’s kingdom.

Paris St Michael: Chaplain Jay Colwill Readers: Andrew Wallace-Burnett, Debbie Orleach.  Pray for our Sermon Series in Luke’s Gospel- "The Upside-Down Kingdom”. Pray that our dispersed congregation may live distinctively Christian lives in their communities and business settings.

Wednesday 5

Madrid: Chaplain: Sal McDougall, Assistant Curate Solomon Uche Ike, Reader: Celia Paterson. As St George’s begins its centenary year, please join your prayers with ours as we remember the many blessings God has bestowed on this place through 100 years of faithful witness and ministry in Madrid. Pray, too, that we will lay firm foundations on which future generations can build. 'For all that has been, thanks. For all that will be, yes!'

Thursday 6

Haarlem: Chaplain: Bruce Elliot Rienstra, Pray for our Chaplaincy Council.  Pray for those whom we have welcomed in the last few months and for all of us as we continue to look for new ways to reach out to others in the next few weeks.

The Hague: Chaplain: Michael Roden, Curate: Jonathan Halliwell, Assistant Chris Nicholls. Readers: Katherine Fortier, Jan Huber. We pray for our Tuesday evening Lent course in this 1700th anniversary year of the Nicene Creed, that the course topic fulfils anew in our participants that original purpose of unity and maturing in faith. 

Friday 7

Geneva: Chaplain: Daphne Green, Assistant Curate: Glen Ruffle. We pray for our Reader, Elizabeth Brown and our Ordinand, Humberto Henderson.   We pray for our worship, ministry and outreach in Lent.  We ask God’s blessing and encouragement on all taking part in the Congregational Leaders Course and for the development of lay ministry in our chaplaincy.  We pray for all our young people, our ministry to them and all the activities in which they are involved and for our Youth Coordinator, Armel Ayegnon and all our leaders and volunteers. 

La Côte: (Includes Divonne-les-Bains (France)) Chaplain: Carolyn Cooke, Assistant Curate: Betty Talbot. We give thanks for renewed direction and hope for our community. We ask for a listening spirit to discern how our founding story, “Who is my neighbour?” can be embodied in our worship and service. Please pray for our children and youth and how best we can support them in faith. Pray too for our involvement with supporting the local refugee community. 

Saturday 8

Leipzig: Chaplain:  Jonathan Haines. Pray for a deepening love for Jesus to overflow in all our conversations, particularly with non-Christians.

Stuttgart: Chaplain: Antonio Ablon Lord Jesus, child of an earthly home, we pray for our chaplaincy our children and all who care for them. May they know you as their holy Lord, calling out fresh forms of service; and may they know you as a precious Saviour, sheltering in safety all who come to you. 

British Army Garrison Churches and their Chaplains.

Sunday 9

Pray for the Serbian Orthodox Church, for Robin Fox as Archbishop of Canterbury's Apokrisiarios to the Patriarch of Serbia.  Pray for the autocephalous Orthodox churches of Eastern Europe and the Baltic.

Monday 10

Bucharest: Chaplain: Nevsky Everett. Pray for the chaplaincy's spiritual growth and community outreach; its continued work with Ukrainian refugees; and for our relationships with our ecumenical partners, especially the Romanian Orthodox Church.

Sofia: Reader: Bob Hall. Pray for very small, faithful community, for our Reader Bob and our occasional visiting priests.

Belgrade: Chaplain: Robin Fox. Speaking God, you have told us that the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness and self-control. We thank you for those in our own chaplaincies who have shown this fruit in their lives, and we pray for our chaplaincy, asking that all those marked in baptism may show forth the same fruit in their generation.

Kyiv: Pray for the love that casts out fear to surround and uphold your people in these dark days. And may God bless, guide and strengthen you all in the important work he has given you to do.

Tuesday 11

Pas de Calais: (Includes Boulogne-sur-Mer, Calais, Hesdin) Reader: Mary Wood. We ask for prayers for the growing number of sick within the 3 congregations who cannot attend our services anymore - let us pray that the Church will provide them more pastoral care. We also pray for the House of duty project.

Pau: Chaplain: David Harrison, Reader: John Errey. Pray for the development of our work with children and with young people, in particular the Sunday Club.

Wednesday 12

Malaga: (Includes: Velez-Málaga, Salinas) Chaplain: Louis Darrant, PTO: Doreen Cage, Sheila Mitchell, Philip Williamson, Hilary Oakley & Mark Pudge. Pray for Louis in his role as Area Dean. Pray for the work of the Healthy Churches process that it would help bring clarity and inspiration to our mission, for the training of the new pastoral care team in our desire to care for every person in need of support and for efforts to build a stronger relationship with the English Cemetery of Malaga Foundation. 

Menorca: Chaplain: Paul Strudwick. Pray for Santa Margarita, serving the island of Menorca, and for the chaplain in his additional role as Area Dean; for a resumption of worship at the west end of the island and for a renewal of family and youth ministry. 

Thursday 13

Rotterdam: Chaplain: Jenni Pridmore, Asst Curate: Mark Hafkenscheid, We pray for all war torn areas in our world; The needy, the homeless and the destitute and for Refugees, risking their lives, on a dangerous journey across the Seas to Europe. Help us to improve our relationship with the Mission to Seafarers, in the Ports of Rotterdam. Pray for your infinite wisdom, to lead and guide us, as we embark on a major Fundraising to finance our planned Restoration and Refurbishing work on the Church Building. Help us to reach and encourage the younger generation, and the new incoming Expatriates to fill your Church, to promote and increase our Discipleship and proclaim the Gospel to the inhabitants of Rotterdam and the surrounding Areas.

Missions to Seafarers Rotterdam and Schiedam: Pray for all those who work at sea and please protect them.

Friday 14

Lausanne: Chaplain: John Tomlinson, Reader: Angela Fall. Please pray for our chaplain Fr John and all members of the church as they reach out to the diverse English-speaking communities of Lausanne. We are working with visitors, new arrivals and young people, and with our Christian sisters and brothers in the other local churches, including our friends in the Old Catholic Church.

Lugano: Chaplain: Pawel (Paul) Hrynczyszyn, Reader: Angela Mirani. We pray for our new Chaplain and him guiding our community in the future and give thanks for all that has been achieved in the past, giving thanks for all who care for the young in our community. We thank you for all the trees in our life, for creating the Earth and all living things and for the oxygen we breathe and the protection trees provide. 

Saturday 15

Vernet-les-Bains: Chaplain: Roy Cole, PTO: Roger Smith We give thanks for the completion of the project, led by Archdeacon Peter, to recruit a chaplain for the three chaplaincies of All Saints, Hérault (based at St Pargoire), St George's, Vernet-les-Bains and St Michael's in the Gard. Please pray for his acclimatisation to both the Church of England and the South of France.

Versailles: (Also serves Gif sur Yvette (Chevry)) Reader: Sophie Manson. Pray for Dale, our chaplain, who has retired and returned to the UK. Pray for Wardens Geoff and Alan and Reader Sophie that ministry and mission may thrive.

Sunday 16

Pray for the Russian Orthodox Church, Pray for the head of the Orthodox Department for external church relations, Metropolitan Anthony.  

Pray for the Persecuted Church worldwide and the role of Open Doors in providing information about this.

Pray for our Diocesan Deliverance Ministry Team - pray for the members of the team; grant them your grace to bring hope, health and well-being to all whom they serve in the name of Jesus

Monday 17

Moscow: Chaplain: Arun John. We pray for our new chaplain. We pray for all projects planned in the coming months wherever they might be, that they may shine in the glory of the Lord.

St Petersburg: We thank God for good relations with the Lutherans, who are our hosts. Please pray for Maria, our church warden and for Annes who helps with services. We pray for growth in depth and numbers, and for faithful witness to the truth of Christ.

Tuesday 18

Poitou-Charentes: (Includes Champagne Mouton, Chef Boutonne, Cognac, St Jean d'Angély) Chaplain: Heather Aston, Readers: Catherine Chambers, Geoffrey Cornwall, Richard Beech, Martin Sewell, John Matthews, Elisabeth Barnett, Carolyn Carter, Joan Mason. We pray for our new chaplain as she begins her ministry here. And we ask for God's blessing on our special services this month, some of them ecumenical, that we may welcome a wider community into our congregations and share with them the hope of Advent and the peace and joy of Christmas.

Wednesday 19

Mallorca: (includes Palma-de-Mallorca, Puerto Pollensa) Chaplain: Ishanesu Gusha (Palma) Readers: Adrian Peter Welsh, David Pattinson, Vicky Pacey, Kenneth Prudhoe. Pray for the church’s financial situation and stewardship programmes. Pray for St Andrews in Pollensa as they deliberate on the appointment of the next chaplain. 

Thursday 20

Twente: (Weldam, Goor) Chaplain: Jacque Williams, Reader: Simone Yallop. Thank God for the faithful witness of the Anglican Church in Twente and for those Baptised and Confirmed at the end of the year. Pray for growth in our congregation especially amongst young families and for a relevant ministry amongst children and young people. 

Missions to Seafarers Vlissingen: Chaplain: Pascal Handschin (from the Dutch Reformed Church). Pray for the for the chaplaincy, the people and those who serve it. Grant them a sense of hope where there are challenges give a sense of vision and courage, bind them together in love and let them know laughter and moments of joy.

Voorschoten:  Chaplain: Matt Thijs. Pray for the presentation of "This time tomorrow"  during the service as we aim to engage and equip our church to focus on how we live out our faith each day and not just on Sunday mornings.

Friday 21

Montreux: (Also serves Villars-sur-Ollon) Give thanks that we are raising the profile of the chaplaincy in the community in various ways. Pray for Seth Barker in training for ordination. Pray for guidance as the church restoration project continues. Give thanks that we are building up the social life of the chaplaincy.

Vevey: (Also serves Château D'Oex,) Chaplain: Mark Fletcher. We pray for the preparation and planning for our AGM in Chateau D’Oex. We are also hoping to run the Marriage course this month. Please pray for all the preparation and leaders, for invitations to those outside church and the gospel opportunity this offers. We pray for all marriages in our congregation, that they might be resilient and joyful, and a firm foundation for family life.

Saturday 22

Torrevieja: (Includes Lago Jardín, La Siesta, Los Balcones) Chaplain: Fr Richard Seabrook. We give thanks for the new members of our Eucharistic community who have started to come to Mass in our Chaplaincy; for the conversations and outreach through our churches being open during the week; for the increasing stabilisation of our financial situation through the generous and sacrificial giving for the work of the church here; for the social events that build up our fellowship; for those who work so hard for the good of this Chaplaincy and who give of their time and talents so freely, willingly and generously; or our new PTO priest, Father Martin Ennis, enabling our Chaplain, Father Richard, to have assistance when he is away. We pray for the continued and strengthening witness of our Chaplaincy in the Torrevieja area and for God´s guidance and Our Lady´s prayers in all things.

Sunday 23 

Pray for the Church of Sweden.  Pray for the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople (Turkey), for Patriarch Bartholomew and the autocephalous Orthodox Churches and their leaders. 

Monday 24 

Gothenburg: Chaplain: Alida Tollefsen-van der Lans. We thank God for the return of people to church post Covid. Bless us with a continuing growth and support from the people involved in order to work for your kingdom of justice and peace on earth and continue to inspire us with your love as we so often experience your presence with us. 

Stockholm: Chaplain: Nicholas Howe, Reader: Pamela Henderson.  Pray for Nicholas in his role as Area Dean.

Ankara: We thank God for the new members who visit us every Sunday. We pray for those who don’t come regularly but always keep in touch with the parish through our mobile network.

Tuesday 25 

Saint Pargoire (Hérault): Chaplain: Roy Cole, PTO : Roger Smith, Reader: Julie Johnson. We give thanks for the completion of the project, led by Archdeacon Peter, to recruit a chaplain for the three chaplaincies of All Saints, Hérault (based at St Pargoire), St George's, Vernet-les-Bains and St Michael's in the Gard. Please pray for his acclimatisation to both the Church of England and the South of France.

St Raphaël: We ask prayers for our continued growth and outreach to a wide variety of people in our area on the Cote d'Azur. We ask for prayers for a resolution to the visa 90/180 regulations that has limited so many of our congregation's attendance since Brexit. We ask that our video service ministry to our "swallows" who cannot be with us or are house-bound in France continues to flourish and provide continued stewardship of our congregation's ministry.

Wednesday 26 

Tenerife South: (Includes Playa de Las Americas, Los Gigantes, San Blas) Chaplain: John Poole, Readers: David Horton, Paul Ganney, Christine Elliott, Maryrissa Carter.  Lord Jesus, child of an earthly home, we pray for the chaplaincy, our children and all who care for them. May they know you as their holy Lord, calling out fresh forms of service; and may they know you as a precious Saviour, sheltering in safety all who come to you.  

Tenerife North: (includes Puerto de la Cruz, La Palma) Chaplain: Fiona Jack, Pray for the success of our new Friendship café and the continued growth of our Messy Church ministering to children and families.

Thursday 27

Amersfoort: Chaplain: Grant Crowe, Assistant Chaplain: David Phillips. Pray for Ascension Anglican Church Hilversum. All Saints is supporting to plant this new church. Pray for fruitful outreach in the Amersfoort (by All Saints) and Hilversum  (Ascension Church) area -  that more people may get to know Jesus and that we are all ready to meet Him when He returns.

Utrecht: (Also serves Groningen, Zwolle) Chaplain: Ruan Crew Assistant Chaplain (Groningen): Sam Van Leer. In February we introduced a second Sunday morning service to cater for growing numbers. Please pray as we learn through experience and find ways to streamline our processes, and above all, that our worship will be a blessing to all who come through our doors.

Friday 28

Zurich: (Also serves Turgi, Zug, St Gallen) Chaplain: Jacqueline Sellin. Pray for the reinvigoration of our work with children, youth and families, after the detrimental impact of Covid. Pray for the increasing ministry of our choir and music director. Pray for our worshipping community in seeking God's guidance during interregnum.

Swiss seasonal chaplaincies: Interlaken, Kandersteg, Mürren, St Moritz, Wengen, Zermatt. Pray for our seasonal chaplains

Saturday 29

Istanbul Christ Church: Chaplain: Ian Sherwood.  We pray for Charlotte that she may rest in peace, we pray for all lives that have been sacrificed in wars, and for our multi-faceted congregation in Istanbul. 

Izmir: (Also serves Bornova, Didim, Mission to Seafarers Izmir) Chaplain: James Buxton.  Please pray for Fr James’ ministry with pilgrimage groups 

Sunday 30

Pray for Bishop Robert as he leads the diocese.  

Pray for the Bishop's Office in Brussels, Evelyn Sweerts (Bishop's Chaplain), Gail Wilmet (Bishop’s PA), Barbara Omoro (Appointments Secretary) and Caroline Gaumy (Administrative Assistant).  

Monday 31

Archdeaconry of Germany and Northern Europe: Archdeacon: Leslie Nathaniel. 

Eastern Archdeaconry: Archdeacon: Leslie Nathaniel. 

Christ Church Vienna: (Also serves Innsbruck, Klagenfurt, Bratislava), Chaplain: Patrick Curran Asst Chaplain, Michael Dormandy, Robert Kinney, Reader Frank Sauer.  We pray for the employment of a youth worker and/or a group of volunteers to lead the youth work at Christ Church and we give thanks for the new heating system

City Kirche Vienna: Chaplain: Christian Hofreiter. Pray for the Chaplaincy, our people and those who serve us. Grant us a sense of hope; where there are challenges, give us a sense of vision and courage and bind us together in love