Peace and Justice Support Network of Mennonite Church USA
http://peace.MennoLink.org
A Prayerfrom Esther Epp-Tiessen, MCC Canada peace and justice staffGod, our refuge and strength, We call upon you at this time of great tragedy and suffering. We lift up to you our American sisters and brothers in their time of grief. We pray for those whose loved ones have died or are missing - that they may be comforted in their mourning. We pray for those who plan and carry out such acts of violence - that they may repent and turn from their ways. We pray for government leaders -- that they may exercise caution and restraint in responding to acts of terror. We pray for brothers and sisters around the world who may fear retaliation - that they might be safe and secure. We pray for ourselves - that we may more boldly and faithfully proclaim your peace, justice and reconciliation to the world. In the name of your son, Jesus, the Prince of Peace, Amen. |