We take the Biblical mandate from 

 

1 Tim 2 v 1-2  “I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness”

Prayer is effective! 

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The words inscribed on the mace in the centre of the debating chamber in the Scottish Parliament are - "wisdom, justice, compassion, integrity". We pray for these qualities in our leadership. We also pray for the Queen, the United Kingdom Parliaments and the well-being of our MSPs as they lead our nation.