Author: Trish Nemore

Praying for Peace and Justice on January 5, 2025

Holy One,

We are here with our heavy hearts as see so much hatred, violence, and suffering in the world.

We pray for those children and their families in war who are hungry, oppressed, hurting and dying.  

We ask that you give these children and their caregivers the strength and courage to endure the terrible situations that they are experiencing.

We pray that you will bring your justice, your peace, and healing to bear for these children and work to bring about a true and lasting change.

We especially pray for those in potion of power and authority to give them the commitment to bring aid and change for justice.…

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Praying for Peace and Justice on December 29, 2024

Oh, Holy Mystery, we pray for those with mental health challenges, their families, and those who provide care for them. Please help us improve mental health care for all people, regardless of age, income, race, or cultural background. We ask that You open the hearts and minds of leaders, policy makers, and health care providers to the deep need for accessible, equitable, and compassionate mental health care. May those who have mental health issues receive the support they need without fear of discrimination. Help us, as a society, to provide the mentally ill with love, attention, and respect without judgment or stigma.…

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Praying for Peace and Justice on December 15, 2024

Dear God,

There are so many ways to suffer, and so many of them are invisible. I think we each have something that we deal with that isn’t obvious or very loud. Chronic pain. Depression. Fear. Uncertainty. Grief. 

These things may not be visible to others, and suffering with them alone can be isolating and compound the problem. When we are isolated, we are divided, and vulnerable to the messages of our society that perpetuate inequity. 

But the thing about prayer is it makes us not alone. When we pray. you are with us.…

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