Loving God, grant us a reprieve from world chaos, often inspired by rash political behavior, that increases suffering in the world’s poorest regions and of the most downcast people.
Cambodia, because of the cutting of USAID funds, has halted land mine removal in the country. Between four and six million explosive remnants of ward (ERWs) are still littered across Cambodia’s remaining eight provinces. Hear the cry of poisoned soil and other infected life forms that struggle just to survive.
El Salvador has agreed to accept and imprison deportees from the United States, whether Salvadorans or persons of other national origin living in the United States. Hear the cry of imprisoned persons, whose chances for rehabilitation decease as they are moved further from loved ones.
Israeli jets bombed at least 20 buildings in Jenin and an adjacent refugee camp in the occupied West Bank. Hear the cry of civilian war victims, living in the path of aggressive militarists.
May our consciences be pricked by cries for justice world over.
Healing God, we offer thanksgiving for victories of peace, environmental recovery, and increased physical health too often overshadowed by human suffering and planetary destruction.
New Zealand’s Taranaki Maunga (formerly known as Mount Taranaki), an ancestor of indigenous people, was granted legal person status, which promises increased protection for the natural ecosystems that surround the area. We celebrate renewed respect for indigenous people and exalt their care for the earth.
A prospective breakthrough in medical science is reported by SetPoint Medical in Valencia, California (United States). A newly develop nerve simulation system may bring relief to long time sufferers of Rheumatoid arthritis, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, and other maladies. We celebrate the prospect for physical healing of those who feel endlessly trapped in neurological pain.
Ever present God, empowered by signs of hope, strengthen us in life’s journey to continue to advocate for voiceless people and planet earth. We thank you for the energy and strength to move forward, very aware that we are emboldened by your love and human alliances far and near. We are all in this together.
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