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 promises.
Open our hearts to the heartache of those holding on to hope.
May the ears of Palestinian children hear lullabies
not missiles in their sleep.
Original prayer from the Methodist Church, UK:
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.
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