God of endless love,ever caring, ever strong,always present, always just:You gave your only Sonto save us by the blood of his cross.
Gentle Jesus, shepherd of peace,join to your own sufferingthe pain of all who have been hurtin body, mind, and spiritby those who betrayed the trust placed in them.
Hear our cries as we agonizeover the harm done to our brothers and sisters.
Breathe wisdom into our prayers,soothe restless hearts with hope,steady shaken spirits with faith.
Show us the way to justice and wholeness,enlightened by truth and enfolded in your mercy.
Holy Spirit, comforter of hearts,heal your people's woundsand transform our brokenness.
Grant us courage and wisdom, humility and graceso that we may act with justiceand find peace in you.
We ask this through Christ, our Lord.
Amen.