Every week, the Diocese of York offers a new reflection and prayer resource on video, for personal use or for churches to use in their Sunday worship, whether it's in our church building or online.

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Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell has invited contributors to join him in taking turns to offer this video resource, which you can also find via the Diocese of York's Facebook and Twitter feeds.

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Peniel offers this prayer to follow his reflection:

God of life, source of our being and wellbeing,
when our hearts, minds and selves are held captive,
by forces not and of our own making,
stir your spirit within us, so that,
in confidence, courage and compassion
we can step up and out with you,
and embrace the path that promises
life in all its fullness,
not just for ourselves but for all.

AMEN

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