Prayer For The People of Syria
The Bishop Conference of the United States of America posted a prayer for the people of Syria as Adapted from the Catholics Confront Global poverty through the collaborative effort with Catholic Relief Services. This is heeding the call of Pope Francis for offering September 7 as a day of prayer for peace and fasting for Syria and Middle East. Prayer For The People of Syria Almighty eternal God, source of all compassion, the promise of your mercy and saving help fills our hearts with hope. Hear the cries of the people of Syria; bring healing to those suffering from the violence, and comfort to those mourning the dead. Empower and encourage Syria’s neighbors in their care and welcome for refugees. Convert the hearts of those who have taken up arms, and strengthen the resolve of those committed to peace. O God of hope and Father of mercy, your Holy Spirit inspires us to look beyond ourselves and our own needs. Inspire leaders to choose peace over violence...
