Peace
Peace… is an order that is founded in truth, nurtured and animated by charity, and brought into effect under the auspices of freedom.
Pacem in Terris, 1963, #167
We show we are people of peace by:
- treating each other kindly
- turning away from conflict
- creating bonds between people
Our Saint for Peace is St. Martin of Tours
Prayers for Peace
Jesus, Prince of Peace,
Be with your peoples
Suffering the storms of war,
In fear of thundering weapons,
Shedding raindrops of tears
For lost loved ones,
Lost homes,
And lost futures.
Shine on them Lord,
The sun of justice,
Bring them fresh breezes of hope,
The gentle warmth of confidence and trust
Built on a springtime of reconciliation.
Amen.
- Sue Cooper/CAFOD
We pray for our sisters and brothers around the world
in countries where there is war and violence.
God sent his Son, so that all might have life in abundance.
Lord, give peace to your people throughout the world.
The time will come when there will be no more crying, nor pain, nor war.
Lord, give peace to your people throughout the world.
Jesus, the Prince of Peace, will stand beside us.
Lord, give peace to your people throughout the world.
We pray together for the coming of God’s kingdom of love, justice and peace.
- Cafod