In this Diocese our Vacancy in See Committee has started meeting to start the search for a new Bishop of this Diocese, to succeed Bishop Christopher, Bishop of Southwark, who is retiring this summer. We have been circulated with this prayer to support the work of the committee.
A vacancy prayer
God of all times and places,
send us a Bishop who will lead us faithfully
through days of rejoicing
and nights of challenge,
with prayer and Scripture,
with love and laughter,
with bread and wine.
Send your Holy Spirit to guide
those entrusted with this process.
May they recognise the person of your choice,
with ears that are open and hearts that are wise.
Make us thankful for all that has gone before,
ready and hopeful for all that lies ahead,
with a Bishop whose ministry is a blessing
to everyone in Southwark Diocese,
as we hear the good news of Jesus
and delight in the love of God.
Amen.
