By the Denver, Colorado, USA Congregation

He has told you, O mortal, what is good, and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God?

Eternal Parent of all creation…countries…oceans…seas…plains…mountains…peoples; you have blessed your children throughout history and have extended your love and grace to all. No one is outside your spirit of love and compassion.

Help us express your peace, not only in words but in deeds and actions. Help us be courageous and let our fears neither divide us, nor keep us from joining with those from different cultures.

Please help us find peace within ourselves and others, being always mindful of how our thoughts and actions impact those around us. We humbly ask your forgiveness for any pain or anguish we have caused. We thank you for your faithfulness and seek your presence to become aware of your directing guidance for all humanity.

Help us continue your work, accepting our differences and growing stronger together on our peace journey.

In your holy name. Amen.

Prayer Phrase

“For by grace you have been saved” (Ephesians 2:8).

Spiritual Practice

The Jesus Prayer of Mercy

The Jesus Prayer is an ancient spiritual practice from Orthodox Christianity. It is a way of connecting with the gracious Spirit of Christ as we ask to receive his mercy. The prayer comes from the scripture of the blind man calling Jesus to heal him. Silently enter prayer and let your breath become slow and even. Greet God and then take up the prayer phrase: Lord, Jesus Christ (as you breathe in) … have mercy on me (as you breathe out). Prayerfully repeat these words for several minutes (or forty times). Breathe the presence of Christ into your mind, heart, and body. Be transformed as you receive the compassionate, peaceful heart of Jesus.

Today’s Prayer for Peace

Engage in a daily practice of praying for peace in our world. Click here to read today’s prayer and be part of this practice of peace.