by Rev. Gary Commins
Risen Lord, with peace you soothed Mary’s grief, forgave Peter’s failure, and restored Thomas’ faith; give us your Spirit to offer peace to all people at all times and in all places that the resurrection begun in you may continue through us until you bring it to fruition on the great day to come. Amen.
For those overcome by war, violence, and degradation
Peace be with them
For those overwhelmed by fear, illness, and desperation
Peace be with them
For those who work at the centers of power and those who live on the margins
Peace be with them
For those oppressed by sin and those set free by praise
Peace be with them
For our friends and all who warm us with love
Peace be with them
For our enemies and all possessed by envy, rage, and hatred
Peace be with them
For those blessed as they mourn or die
Peace be with them
For those blessed to comfort others and live
Peace be with them
Almighty God, on the Day of Resurrection you restored fellowship to the disciples and hope to the human race; as you raised Jesus from the dead, so lift us from the depths of doubt and despair, resurrect in your Church the ministry of peacemaking and in all people the work of your Kingdom. Amen.
