Prayers for peace
Prayer is a conversation with God — a sacred rhythm of listening and speaking. Just as we connect with one another in many ways, prayer opens our hearts to connect with God. In times of conflict and suffering, it becomes a powerful act of hope, compassion, and a longing for peace, for ourselves, and the world.
We turn to God in prayer
Loving God
Father, Son and Holy Spirit,
God in unity, God in community,
we pray for our world.
Where there is war between nations or within nations
we pray for peace.
Where tensions are building
we pray for calm.
Where there is judgement and prejudice
we pray for dignity and respect.
Where there is a break-down in relationship
we pray for openness and understanding.
Where human hearts are breaking
we pray for care and compassion.
Where there is sorrow and loss
we pray for comfort and healing.
We pray for our world,
one world,
God's world,
enfolded in love,
living in unity and community,
this day and all days.
Amen.
