SGM Lifewords Inspire resources are used by pastoral workers and chaplains around the world as they seek to bring words of hope, healing, comfort and peace to those they encounter. This week, join us in giving thanks for their partnership with us and in bringing them before God in prayer.
- Many of you will have read the feature on prison chaplaincy in the latest issue of Interact, which profiled the work of Liberté Harries in HMP Manchester. Her story created quite a stir, and we’ve received a number of enquiries from prison chaplains who are keen to use Inspire resources in their work. Praise God that we have the opportunity to support and resource this valuable ministry, and continue to pray with us for Liberté and others like her as they hold out the Bible’s words of truth and life to prisoners.
- Workers from the Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Scripture Readers Association (SASRA) use SGM Lifewords resources to start conversations, offer comfort, and invite soldiers and airmen into encounter with God. One reported: “Recently, I learned that one of the troop sergeants was mourning the loss of his mother. I was able to lead him in a short thanksgiving service, and gave him the leaflet Living with Loss, guiding him through its sections and encouraging him to take it and read it through later.” Give thanks with us for this story. Pray for all those seeking to live, speak and be life words to those serving in the armed forces.
- Hospital chaplains play a vital role in patient care, nurturing well-being, fostering hope and supporting people through the transitions that accompany a period of ill health. Here’s what one of them had to say about how SGM Lifewords resources were equipping them: “Thanks for the great resources that you supply. Daily Strength is an all-time favourite, especially appreciated by many patients that we visit.” Praise God that our long-established pastoral range continues to fulfil the needs of hospital workers. Pray for wisdom, strength and encouragement for chaplains as they offer comfort, support and a listening ear to patients, visitors and staff.
New this month in our Bible resources range: Inspiring Prayer. Find out more at www.sgmlifewords.com, or call us on 020 7730 2155 for a copy.
