Christian Aid Advent Journey
As we celebrate the coming of the Prince of Peace, we take the time to pray for our brothers and sisters around the world, especially those living in situations of conflict and war.
For each Sunday of Advent we have produce a hort reflection, and a prayer from voices around world. These can be read out in your church service, or used for your own personal reflection.
The first Sunday of Advent
A prayer of hope
God, as we begin our preparations for the birth of Your Son, Jesus, this Christmas, we are deeply aware of the hopelessness our world faces due to ongoing conflicts.
Yet, our hope lies in Christ, who is coming to renew our world.
May You fill our hearts with hope for an end to conflicts, such as those in South Sudan, Gaza, Ukraine, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Empower us to work towards realizing a world where peace reigns and hope is restored.
May the work of Christian Aid and its partners in conflict zones continue bringing hope to many who need it.
Collect:
God of hope, strengthen our hearts to act in service of those living with despair.
The second Sunday of Advent
A prayer for peace
God of peace-making, peace-building, peace-restoring
As we remember those for whom peace is a far-off memory
Whose daily bread is conflict, uncertainty and fear
Grant that we who have safe beds and secure homes
Would also have the courage not just to speak peace, to keep peace
But to build peace, wherever we are.
Collect:
God of peace, strengthen our hearts to act in service of those living through violence and conflict.
The third Sunday of Advent
The fourth Sunday of Advent
The fifth Sunday of Advent
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