Gracious God, as we celebrate the 72nd anniversary of the NHS on Sunday 5th July, we give thanks again for this amazing organisation. We remember and give thanks for the millions of staff who have worked tirelessly to care for people over the years. We think of all the pioneering medical professionals who have developed groundbreaking surgical procedures, treatments, vaccinations and systems of care. So too we think of every ambulance driven, every treatment given, every form completed, every bed changed, every meal prepared, every ward cleaned and every hand held. Lord God, as we reflect, we acknowledge the extreme pressures upon the NHS today. We pray that those in positions of authority and administration will be equipped to deal with the challenges ahead and provided with the support they need. We place every member of the NHS team and every patient into Your loving care. In Jesus name, Amen.