MIA Prayer Intention: World Interfaith Harmony Week (1-7 February)

Ban Ki-moon, former UN Secretary-General, emphasised the importance of this week when he wrote 'World Interfaith Harmony Week celebrates the principles of tolerance and respect for the other that are deeply rooted in the world’s major religions. The observance is also a summons to solidarity in the face of those who spread misunderstanding and mistrust.'

We are called in a special way this week to be inclusive and to help build the world where all belong, regardless of their race, colour or creed. 

Interfaith Prayer for Peace

Let us pray

O God, you are the source of life and peace.
Praised be your name forever.
We know it is you who turns our minds to thoughts of peace.
Hear our prayer in this time of crisis.
Your power changes hearts.

Muslims, Christians, and Jews remember, and profoundly affirm,
that they are followers of the one God,
Children of Abraham, brothers and sisters;
enemies begin to speak to one another;
those who were estranged join hands in friendship;
nations seek the way of peace together.

Strengthen our resolve to give witness to these
truths by the way we live.
Give to us:
Understanding that puts an end to strife;
Mercy that quenches hatred, and
Forgiveness that overcomes vengeance.
Empower all people to live in your law of love
Amen.

Messages to: Mary Reynolds rsm - Executive Director MIA

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