To you, O Lord, we bring a treasure, greater than the mountains, deeper than the ocean and more glorious than the sun; a gift outweighing all creation, even the gift of our heart, to be laid at your feet, to be placed on your breast, to be embraced by your Spirit. Amen. Mechtild of Magdeburg (c. 1210-1280) Prayer for our church God of love, we pray for this church where your love has been known for many years. We pray that we will welcome everyone in Jesus' name and that, as your love pours in, it will overflow to our neighbours. May each person come to know that they are loved by you and to love you in return. May all grow in faith as we learn and pray together, and may our faith be seen in action. Amen. Vision Team, Lindley Methodist Church, Huddersfield

The Chairs of the London District, the Revds Michaela Youngson, Nigel Cowgill and Jongi Zihle, and the President of the Methodist Conference, the Revd Loraine N Mellor, offer their thoughts and prayers following today's explosion at Parsons Green, London.