This collection of around 500 original collect-style prayers and biddings covering the life of the Church and the life of the world.

Contemporary in focus and language, the prayers are written in a concise style that makes them ideal for public worship but will also appeal to those who wish to pray privately but struggle to find the words.

Prayer topics include:

• The Church Year and Festivals
• The Global and Local Church
• The Environment and Social Justice
• Politics and the Leaders of the Nations
• Life Stages
• Spheres of Work, Arts and Education
• Suffering and Tragedy

Helpful guidance on leading public prayer and writing your own collects is also included.