There is no ceasefire Ana. We must continue to pray for a ceasefire and a peace with justice. Rev. Loren McGrail, living in Palestine Received in response to last week’s prayer post, below. Adapted prayer for a ceasefire God of Love, Guide us by the truth. Let us not be blinded by banners waving empty […]
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A prayer giving thanks for the ceasefire announcement God of Love, We are thankful for the work that has been done to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and pray that it may be implemented and lead to a lasting peace in the region. With grateful hearts we celebrate the promised release of all […]
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Prayers for our world While written specifically for URC Commitment for Life churches, this responsive prayer may be adapted easily for any congregation concerned with climate change. This morning we come before God who created this amazing world and everything in it. We come to confess that our actions, our lifestyles are damaging the world’s […]
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This prayer has been written specifically for congregations connected to Commitment for Life and Christian Aid. It might be adapted using other countries or areas with which your congregation is connected through prayer and action. The people of the world, our neighbours near and far, cry out to God. In faith, we pray on their […]
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Creator God, you pour your love persistently into all creation, making the earth fruitful and life joyful. We rejoice in your commitment to humanity, your giving of breath and bodies, of creatures and climate, of beauty and love and hope. God in Jesus, you walk boldly and comfortingly alongside us. We rejoice in your saving […]
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Pause to reflect and fill in the names of places and people as appropriate. Creator-Spirit, Heartbeat of God’s love, melt my coldness, chase away the shadows, captivate my heart, until I am filled with the same stubborn, selfless and self-giving Love for the world that is your abiding Passion. Fire of God’s justice, kindle in […]
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