Today in our prayers for the people of Niger.

Prayer for Peace

Gail Mengel

O God, our companion, friend, and shepherd through all ages and with all people. We come in the safety and peace of this place knowing that so many stand this day with open arms of pain. We believe your love is expressed in every language and in every land, even though some do not listen and assert their own personal gains despite the destruction and persecution. Some do not name you; others abide with you daily.

We doubt and we wonder. Then we meet with the extraordinary and find ourselves face to face with adversaries, enemies, friends, and loved ones. We see the familiar and the knowledge of you in our beings. We see that which is precious and common in each of us. We are refreshed and renewed in our belief that you are our shepherd, and you will lead, if we will but follow. We can no longer deny the dignity of each created life, precious in your sight. Amen.