Today, in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Church of the Province of South East Asia and its Primate the Most Revd Dr Titus Chung Khiam Boon, Bishop of Singapore. Let us pray for: 🙏 Faithful witness across South East Asia – that the Church may continue to proclaim the Gospel with courage, humility and hope across diverse cultures, languages and communities. 🙏 Unity across the four dioceses – for Kuching, Sabah, Singapore and West Malaysia, that they may be strengthened in fellowship, prayer and shared mission. 🙏 Education, healthcare and community service – giving thanks for the Church’s ministries in schools, chaplaincies, healthcare and social care. 🙏 Clergy and lay leadership – for bishops, priests, deacons and lay ministers, that they may be equipped for pastoral care, evangelism and discipleship in varied local contexts. Amen.

Today in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Diocese of Aguata in the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).

The Holy See has released the first papal encyclical by Pope Leo XIV, titled ‘Magnifica Humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence’, which invites reflection on the ethical implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on war, relationships and the battle between good and evil. Anglican News features responses from Anglicans around the Communion to this important encyclical and their perspectives on the expanding role of AI in society. Read the full story at: bit.ly/4vLl2Vr #ArtificialIntelligence #MagnificaHumanitas #anglicancommunion Photo credit: Vatican News

Today in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Diocese of Agra in the Church of North India (United).

The Secretary General of the Anglican Communion, the Rt Revd Anthony Poggo, has written a message of commendation for the work of Mothers' Union as they mark their 150th Anniversary. The message was shared for the service of celebration at St Paul's Cathedral on June 10th. The Secretary General deeply respects the work of Mothers' Union and is pictured here, with a member of Mothers' Union during a visit to the Kamarich Empowerment Tea Factory, in Kaboi, in the Anglican Diocese of Kapsabet, in 2025. In his message, The Secretary General said: 'It is a great pleasure to offer my warm congratulations as you mark the 150th anniversary of The Mothers' Union (MU), whose remarkable work has made a lasting difference to communities across the Anglican Communion and around the world. For 150 years, you have responded with compassion and determination to the needs of families and communities across diverse contexts. Over that time, your work has grown into a truly global movement, rooted in partnership, mutual learning, and a shared commitment to human dignity and justice.' ⭐Read the full message to Mothers' Union on bit.ly/4fzfXL4⭐

‘You are salt and light and we are grateful.’ The Most Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally, Archbishop of Canterbury and Patron of Mothers’ Union, expressed gratitude at a celebratory service for the legacy of 150 years of Mothers’ Union. ‘You have made such a difference, not just to the church, to your communities and to the world.’ The service was held on June 10 at St Paul’s Cathedral in London. 1500 members and partners gathered to reflect on the legacy of the Mothers' Union and look ahead to the next season of its work. With over 4 million members in approximately 84 countries, Mothers' Union is a women-led, international Christian movement dedicated to ending poverty, violence and social injustice. Members are well-known for speaking out against conflict and establishing local grassroots initiatives to combat the cycle of poverty and injustice of all kinds. Read the full story at: bit.ly/4fzfXL4 @MothersUnion @ArchbishopSarah

Today in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Diocese of North Africa in the Episcopal / Anglican Province of Alexandria.

The Revd Helen Van Koevering, Chair of the International Anglican Women’s Network, is preparing to attend ACC-19. Helen describes her own story as one shaped by many parts of the Anglican Communion: ‘I was born and raised in England, confirmed in Durham, married in Mozambique, a missionary in Zimbabwe, ordained a priest in Wales, served for 25 years the church in northern Mozambique, and, now, the Episcopal Church for 10 years.’ Looking ahead to ACC-19, Helen said: ‘I am excited to sit with our global church at a momentous time of discerning God’s mission with us going forward! It feels like being invited to the kitchen not just the table.’ Her prayer is: ‘Lord and Father of all, You are our guide and satisfy our needs and hopes; may our conversations bring renewed relationships, inspire us into Your mission with all at the edges of the diverse communities of our beloved Communion, and encourage the rebuilding, restoration and reconciliation of all that is broken, hurting and divided. And all so that we may bring glory to You. Amen.’ Read more: bit.ly/4nTNwJT Read more about ACC-19: bit.ly/4l401kQ #Anglicans

Today in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Diocese of Afikpo in the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).

ACC-19 will be hosted by the Church of Ireland which serves communities across the whole island of Ireland. The Church of Ireland traces its roots to the Celtic Church that emerged after the mission of St Patrick in the fifth century. Its story includes almost 1,600 years of Christian worship and witness in Ireland. Today, the Church of Ireland has around 343,000 members and more than 1,000 places of worship across the island. As Anglicans from around the world prepare to gather in Belfast, we give thanks for the welcome, prayer and hospitality of the Church of Ireland. Read more about ACC-19: bit.ly/4l401kQ #Anglicans

Today in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Diocese of Adelaide in the Anglican Church of Australia.

This World Oceans Day (8 June), Christians are joining their voices with other faith groups to call for the protection of the ocean as a gift of God’s creation. The Anglican Communion is a partner of Faiths for Oceans, an inter faith and ecumenical platform encouraging action and advocacy for ocean preservation and protection and to mark World Oceans Day 2026, Faiths for Oceans has released resources to help churches, communities and individuals reflect, learn and act. These resources include a new video featuring perspectives from Anglican priest and environmental leader the Revd Dr Canon Rachel Mash, as well as Muslim, Jewish, and Hindu leaders about why faith compels us to act in the protection of the oceans. Read the full article and explore the resources: bit.ly/4xkUnAw #Anglicans @AnglicanMediaSA

A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake has struck off the southern Philippine island of Mindanao, causing serious damage in General Santos, Sarangani and surrounding areas. Reports say buildings have collapsed, people have been killed and injured, and many communities are facing fear, disruption and uncertainty as aftershocks continue. Tsunami warnings were issued across parts of the region and later lifted, while emergency teams continue to assess the damage and support those affected. 🙏We pray for the people of the Philippines, especially all those affected in Mindanao. 🙏 We hold before God those who have died, those who are injured, those who are missing and all who are grieving. 🙏 We pray for people whose homes, schools, churches, businesses and communities have been damaged, and for all who remain anxious as aftershocks continue. 🙏 We give thanks for emergency responders, medical teams, local authorities, churches and community organisations offering help, shelter and care. 🙏 We pray for The Episcopal Church in the Philippines and their ministry to communities at this difficult time. God of mercy, draw near to all who are afraid, grieving or in need. Strengthen those who are responding with courage and compassion. Protect those in danger, comfort those who mourn and guide all who work to bring relief, healing and hope. Amen. #Anglicans

The Revd Canon Katharine Poulton, from the Church of Ireland, is among those preparing to attend ACC-19 in Belfast which will gather Anglicans from around the world to reflect on the theme of ‘Called To One Hope'. Ordained since 1987, Canon Katharine was the first woman to be ordained deacon in the Church of Ireland. She has served in parishes in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland and is currently Rector of a parish on the east coast of Ireland and Archdeacon of Meath and Kildare. Katharine says she is looking forward to ‘the conversations, both formal and informal which will help us to understand more about the situations in which we live and the Anglican Communion in all its diversity.’ Her prayer is that ‘ACC-19 may be fruitful in discussion and resolution, that people will listen carefully and prayerfully to each other and that the experience in Belfast and beyond will be one that energises and inspires as people return to their home regions and communities.’ Read more: bit.ly/4nTNwJT Read more about ACC-19: bit.ly/4l401kQ #Anglicans

Today in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Diocese of Accra in the Church of the Province of West Africa.

Today, in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Scottish Episcopal Church and the Primus, the Most Revd Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross and Caithness. Let us pray for: 🙏 The General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church – for wisdom, fellowship and shared discernment as members gather in Stirling from 11 to 13 June. 🙏 Bishop Anthony Poggo’s visit to General Synod – that his time with lay members, clergy and leaders may deepen bonds of affection across the Anglican Communion. 🙏 Bishop Dagmar Winter and the Diocese of Edinburgh – giving thanks for her election as Bishop of Edinburgh, and praying for wisdom, joy and grace as she begins this new ministry. 🙏 Children, young people and families – giving thanks for the upcoming Provincial Youth Week and all those who undertake youth ministry to nurture faith, friendship and belonging among younger members of the Church. Amen.

Today in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Diocese of Abyei in the Province of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan.

The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally, has led a debate in the House of Lords on the human impact of Artificial Intelligence. Archbishop Sarah described AI as a ‘remarkable product of human creativity’, but warned that it also raises urgent questions about human relationships, the future of work, democracy, truth and the protection of human dignity. In her speech, she said: ‘Technology this revolutionary must not simply be unleashed on our societies: it must be developed with us and for us - at a human pace, with human objectives. ‘Above all, we must put people - our common, glorious humanity - ahead of profit, convenience or technological progress at all costs.’ The debate follows wider Christian reflection on AI, including Pope Leo XIV’s recent encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas. AI is also one of the major themes being explored by the Anglican Communion Science Commission, as it seeks to equip Anglicans for thoughtful and courageous leadership in science. Read the full article on Anglican News: bit.ly/4uSimVN #Anglicans @ArchbishopSarah

World Environment Day is marked every year on 5 June to encourage global awareness and action for the protection of the environment. For Anglicans, caring for God’s creation is not an optional extra. It is part of our shared mission. The Fifth Mark of Mission calls us ‘to strive to safeguard the integrity of creation, and sustain and renew the life of the earth’. As communities around the world face the impacts of climate change, biodiversity loss and environmental damage, we pray for courage, wisdom and hope. God of creation, teach us to love the earth as your gift, to listen to those most affected by environmental harm, and to act with justice, compassion and care. Amen. Learn more about the Anglican Communion Environmental Network: bit.ly/4xbPXM7 Explore the Lungs of the Earth call to action: bit.ly/4dZ11Dp #Anglicans #WorldEnvironmentDay