Persian congregation

St Dunstan’s is home to a group of Christian from Iran. There is a weekly Zoom Bible study in Farsi.

A prayer by the Rt Revd Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani, Bishop of Chelmsford.

Ever-loving God,
who hears us in our anguish and distress, and longs for us to be free.
We pray for the people of Iran and the wider Middle East,
at this time of fear and uncertainty.
Be near to those who are anxious;
bring comfort to all who are suffering.
Guide those with the power to make decisions,
and lead them in the ways of wisdom, compassion and moderation:
that people of goodwill would seek harmony and reconciliation.
Join us with our Christian brothers and sisters in all places,
in praying for peace with justice,
through him who is the prince of peace
Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.