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 those held against their will
and pray for their recovery and recuperation
as they are reunited with family and friends.
We pray that we never see such death and destruction in this region again.
May justice reign, justice that establishes peace, promotes hope,
frees people from fear, encourages neighbours to love another
and brings an end to the seemingly endless cycle
of injustice, violence and death in the region.
This we ask in the power of your Spirit.