Hope

Saint Paul's prayer and encouragement reopened the hearts of his companions to hope, even though they were still in the midst of the storm and far from the shore. It is hope that sustains the migrants of today and makes them undertake perilous journeys that are often without return.

On this day, let us pray to the Lord of Life, that he may answer the prayer of the new refugees and that he may awaken in the hearts of all Christians a readiness to welcome every form of fraternal solidarity. In this way, the spirit opens the way for us, starting from collaboration and common witness, to bring our various churches of belonging to the fullness of communion.

Let us ask the Holy Spirit to sustain the hope of refugees and to make our Christian communities places of salvation and love for all.

Community prayer

Prayer for Unity

O God of forgiveness, Father of mercy, free us from the painful memories of the past, ...that bruise our common Christian identity. Guide us towards reconciliation so that, by the power of the Holy Spirit, we can defeat hate with love, anger with kindness, and mistrust with confidence. Make that, enlightened by your Word, we may walk on your path. May our churches be able to hope and desire the unity for which your Son prayed on the eve of his Passion. Teach us to trust you. Make us true disciples of your Son. Give us the strength to build compassionate relationships, of solidarity and harmony. In our sincere search for your truth, purify our judgments about others. Give us a spirit of generosity towards all as we journey together towards Christian unity. We ask this in the name of your Son who reigns with you and with the Holy Spirit. Amen

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Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer everyone. Col 4:6