Lord, protect employees of large organisations who are required to make regular business trips nationally and overseas. Grant them physical protection as they travel by road, air and sea. Preserve them in good health of body, mind and spirit. Endow them with wisdom and discernment as they experience exposure to peoples of different language, culture, race and creed. Guard them from the temptations of greed in food and drink; lust in opportunities of the flesh and squander of monetary funds entrusted to them for necessary and appropriate use.

Also, Lord, be a sure guardian of the family members of those who travel. Give reassurance that their loved one will be kept healthy and returned safely home from each trip. Protect them in their loneliness at the times of day when families expect to spend time together and also guard them from any temptations which their vulnerable circumstances may invite. Give confidence to tackle alone the daily tasks which are normally shared. Grant them strength to accept a broader span of family and household duties and courage to learn any additional skills needed. Grant them perseverance to endure the circumstances of separation whilst giving support and encouragement for their spouse's career. But also, Lord, bless them with discernment to express to their partner, when appropriate, their concerns and sharing of opinions on current circumstances, together with their hopes and aspirations for the future so that mutual understanding ran ensure major family decisions are made and agreed jointly.

Margaret and Martin Hall, Barnby Dun Parish Church