God of Peace, we cry out to You amidst the turmoil engulfing in the Holy Land. Just as you stilled the storm at sea, we ask you now to bring stillness to the winds of war. With faith we pray, let there be peace in Israel and Gaza.
We pray to the Lord… Lord, hear our prayer.
We mourn the dead and plead for the violence to cease. Let no more lives be lost on either side. Bring healing to the injured and free those held captive. Protect the innocent and powerless.
We pray to the Lord… Lord, hear our prayer.
Provide comfort for those who grieve and are displaced. Reunite separated families. Give wisdom to leaders to find nonviolent solutions. Supply aid to rebuild and restore.
We pray to the Lord… Lord, hear our prayer.
We pray for those assisting to the injured and displaced, putting themselves in harms way as they perform works of mercy to those most directly impacted from this violence. May their love-in-action inspire reconciliation. Make us all instruments of your peace.
We pray to the Lord… Lord, hear our prayer.
May our Holy Mother Mary, the Queen of Peace, intercede for the land blessed by her earthly life. May her prayers for your children, Lord, help guide them to peace, harmony, and justice.
We pray to the Lord… Lord, hear our prayer.
Lord Jesus, we trust in your mercy. Still the storms within hearts to bring calm. We lift our prayers to you, the Prince of Peace, who alone can grant lasting peace. Amen.