London 2012 tribute

London 2012 - Olympics and Paralympics

Eternal God,

Giver of joy and source of all strength,

we pray for those

who prepare for the London Olympic and Paralympic games.

For the competitors training for the Games and their loved ones,

For the many thousands who will support them,

For the Churches and others who are organising special events

and who will welcome many people from many nations.

In a world where many are rejected and abused,

we pray for a spirit of tolerance and acceptance,

of humility and respect

and for the health and safety of all.

May we at the last be led towards the love of Christ

who is more than gold, today and for ever.

Amen.

Bill Rogers

Team Priest, Forest and Avon Team

Assistant Rural Dean, Alderbury Deanery