"I dare to pray: Lord, let the rules be changed,
for I long to see trade bring justice to the poor . . . "
Extract from the Trade Pledge Prayer by Peter Graystone, Christian Aid
Praying
There are several compilations of trade-related prayers. Three online sources are:
In addition, Geoffrey Duncan has produced a variety of collections for Christian Aid which contain material on trade.
Preaching
In addition to its prayers, the Ecumenical Advocacy Alliance has sermon themes and sample sermons.
Another invaluable resource is the linked lectionary entitled "Development Matters ," compiled quarterly by Dr. Elizabeth Perry and available on the Diocese of Bath and Wells' website. This resource takes the main lectionary readings for each week and links them with global-justice issues, providing facts, illustrations and quotes that preachers can use in their sermons.
If you want help reflecting theologically on trade issues before you preach, you might want to look at