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Pray for the Deaconess Selection and Training Panel meeting next week. Pray for convener, Rev Angus Stewart, as he leads the Panel in its responsibilities. Give thanks for the thoughtfulness of the Panel’s work on the selection and training of deaconesses. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

A newly composed suite of psalms based on the experiences of victims and first responders during the Troubles is to be launched by the Presbyterian Church in Ireland next Thursday, 26 March, in #Belfast. Story and details: bit.ly/47IYuLi

Pray for the launch of Considering Lament on 26 March and that these hymns will provide a mechanism for others to lament with God and work towards a better future. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

As the news headlines are filled with conflict on a global scale, remember forces chaplains as they serve God in often challenging environments. Pray that each chaplain would be aware of the Lord’s presence, be protected from harm and be granted wisdom. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Bible Society Northern Ireland | Give thanks for the "Almeida Revista e Corrigida" translation of the Bible, the oldest, most used Portuguese version. Pray that this translation can be updated to provide an easy-to-read version for the current generation. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Presbyterian Herald // March 2026 Culture Watch: The Irish saint Patrick Mitchel looks at the history and now global phenomenon of #StPatricksDay issuu.com/presbyterianir…

Pray for today’s St Patrick's outreach in Cork. Thank God for the recent ordination of a new elder, as well as new attendees and a growing number of children. Pray for ongoing repentance and reformation throughout these congregations. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Pray for Volker and JinHyeog Glissmann, global mission workers serving in Malawi. Give thanks for those who recently completed, ‘The Story of God and His World’ a six-week overview course that also serves as a tool for Bible reading. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Pray for those who will be doing outreach at various St Patrick Day events across the island. Pray that Ireland will once again be known as a land of saints and scholars. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Pray for the Communications Department, headed by Mr Mark Neale, as they oversee all aspects of the denomination’s interactions with press & media & seek to present a clear & accurate message in the public sphere concerning the life and work of the Church. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Pray that PCI's response to the Department of Education Call for Evidence on Review of the RE Core Syllabus, which closes on 20 March, will be taken into consideration when reviewing the RE Curriculum. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Pray for Rachel Cubitt, deaconess in Whiteabbey. Give thanks for their joint Alpha course with Whitehouse Presbyterian which is running until the end of March. Pray for blessed conversations and for the Holy Spirit to be at work to bring people to faith. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Give thanks for Gordon Campbell’s ongoing engagement with Faculté Jean Calvin (FJC) & for the opportunity to teach a new Gospels Short Course last autumn. Pray for FJC’s administrative director, Kim Tran, as he oversees day-to-day operations at the college bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Pray for Fahan congregation in this time of vacancy, that they would know the Lord’s presence as they share the good news of Jesus in their community. Give thanks for the exciting ministry opportunity and pray that the Lord would lead the right person. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Pray for Derek & Jane French, global mission workers in Spain, that they would both continue to make steady recoveries following significant health issues. Give thanks for the life & witness of Bilbao International Church & for the new families & students. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Pray for the next Clerk of the General Assembly and those who will be considering this important position in our denomination. The job has now been advertised and the leading of God will be necessary to secure the right candidate. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Pray for the Conciliation Panel, which met this week. Pray that the quiet & confidential work of the Panel will be a blessing in difficult situations & that members will continue to know God's wisdom & grace. Give thanks for the convener, Rev Paul Jamieson bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

There's a rhythm to the church year, and early spring in PCI sees the hosting of a number of ‘Mission in Ireland Evenings’. A series of mid-week and Sunday evening meetings in different churches, that showcase the work that is being done across the island: bit.ly/4lgu6h0

Sunnyside House, PCI’s residential care facility, offers care and support to older people in a Christian environment. Give thanks for the dedication of the staff team to this work and ministry. Pray that hearts remain full of compassion for the residents. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF

Pray for the Mission in Ireland evenings being hosted by presbyteries in March, in particular South Belfast Presbytery on 8 March in Fisherwick & Ballymena Presbytery on 11 March in Clough. Pray for those speaking & that all who attend will be encouraged. bit.ly/3Ob1fMF