Fr. Dale Matson
“This evening, I ask the
Lord that we Christians, and our brothers and sisters of other religions and
every man and woman of good will, cry out forcefully: Violence and war are never
the way to peace!" Pope Francis
“Syria’s faithful
Christians have suffered for many months.
We are reminded in Hebrews 13, “Remember those who are in prison, as
though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in
the body.” I am calling the Anglican Church in North America to pray for
protection for the Syrian Church, relief for those who are suffering and wisdom
for the international community as they consider how to respond.” Archbishop
Duncan, Anglican Church North America
I humbly cry to You O Lord,
restrain those in positions of power. Give them ears to hear the voices of those
who seek peace. Let the cries of Your people be heard who are weary of war,
violence, persecution and suffering. Give those involved in conflict hearts to
negotiate. Protect the innocent and keep them from harm. Instill leaders with
humility and patience. Give Your people hearts to pray and fast. Restrain the
use of power and force in a futile attempt to punish others. Lord, find a home
for those who are displaced; who have no place. Silence those who call for war,
for bombs, for death. Give all Your people hearts of compassion and mercy. Let
Your people see the good in others and embrace their right to live in peace and
prosper. Lord, Let justice clothe herself in patience and wisdom gird herself
with mercy. Amen
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall
be called the children of God.” (Matthew 5:9)
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