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A prayer for our country

Photo courtesy of Church and Society
Photo courtesy of Church and Society

Spirit of the living God, guide us in the way of peace, keep us on the path of justice and the way of love for the whole of the human family.

We pray for those who weep today as our elections reveal winners and losers.

Our hope for a more inclusive and unified country remains our prayer, and that the Gospel and the church bring healing and help to those most in need.


GBCS Board President, Rev. Allison Mark and Bishop Julius C. Trimble, GBCS General Secretary. Originally published by Church and Society. Republished with permission by ResourceUMC.

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