Anglican Communion welcomes UN call for peace in Ukraine – Episcopal News Service
PRAYERS FOR PEACE AND GRACE FOR THE PEOPLE OF UKRAINE AND THE WORLD
The Rt. Rev. Jay Magness, For those of us who have worn the military uniform of the Armed Forces of this country and who have served in a combat environment, the emergent war against the people of Ukraine is all too familiar. As lives are being taken and people live in fear, I can but offer this prayer.
O God of mercy, you sustain us with your grace as we live in a world which seems to abound in violence and hatred. This day our hearts are particularly heavy as we mourn the loss of life in Ukraine. We pray, even plead, with you to deliver us from the ongoing prejudice and hatred we have toward one another. Temper our forbearance to pray for our enemies with a resolve bring about justice for all, particularly the innocent and vulnerable. Guide our hearts and minds with the ultimate vision of your peaceful kingdom that we never lose sight of the day when we all may stand before you as true brothers and sisters. AMEN. The Rt. Rev. Jay Magness, Former Military Chaplain and Bishop Suffragan for the Armed Forces & Federal Ministries
