The Archbishops of Canterbury and York are encouraging Christians to pray systematically in the run-up to the election.
The Church of England is launching a campaign known as #PrayYourPart – to promote prayer and participation in the life of our nation and communities, both as voters and as citizens.
A series of daily thematic reflections written by bishops, drawn from the Bible and exploring major themes will be covering the final three weeks up to polling day. They will be available as a booklet, in audio form for smart speakers, as free opt-in emails and through social media. Throughout the coming weeks, a range of Christian voters from across England will be invited to share what they are praying for for the nation, through a series of videos under the banner #PrayYourPart.
Archbishops Justin and Stephen said: “The coming General Election is a critical moment in the life of our nation, which will shape our future by electing those who will make decisions affecting generations to come.
A number of organisations are offering help to churches as they engage with the General Election.
Praying for the election process and for politicians
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York are encouraging Christians to pray systematically in the run up to the election.
General Election 2024: Invitation to pray for the nation : The Church of England
Sign up for daily election reflections
The prayer diary can be bought from Church House Publishing
You might also use a prayer for the General Election produced by Evangelical Alliance
Engaging and encouraging
Resources for individuals and churches, to help themselves and others play their part in this election process, can be found in a variety of places:
CTBI Churches Together in Britain and Ireland - Elections
With information about organising hustings
The Christian Institute General Election 2024 - The Christian Institute
Diocese of Oxford General Election resources - Diocese of Oxford
Including information about Voter Registration and Voter ID
Methodist, Baptist and URC churches: Elections – Joint Public Issues Team (jpit.uk)