God in Jesus, our co-traveller in the boat of life,
We grieve with you for the loss of the 27 people who died in the Channel,
Who on fleeing from death and violence in their contexts,
have been tragically drowned at sea.
Let the river of your justice roll down to both shores of the Channel.
Create in us compassionate hearts to welcome and receive people in need,
Keep disturbing us till no person is displaced due to war, hunger and poverty,
Grant our decision-makers ‘hearts of human flesh’ to invest in people-friendly policies,
Embrace each of us with your love and healing,
Empower each of us with your anger for justice,
So that together we can strive to transform our world,
Where the life of all people is valued and respected.
In our weeping with you, challenge us and heal us. Amen.
@rajpatta
25th November 2021
No comments:
Post a Comment