God of Peace

We know you grieve over violence and war.  At this time when we celebrate that Armistice Day of long ago and think of all those who have given their lives in the name of peace, we also remember those who are still in the theatres of war around the world.  We think of those who have not come home.  We think of those who have been wounded and those with broken spirits.  We grieve with all who are war victims and who are innocent collateral damage and we give all this horror to you.  May we do all we can to avoid violence and harm to others.  When we have the opportunity to speak out against war, help us to be unafraid to do so. We ask your touch of healing and your spirit of peace on our world.

In the name of your Son, Prince of Peace

Amen