Albania
Daily Prayer for Peace
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Gathering in Silence
Call to Prayer
Lighting of Candle
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Good afternoon. In the name of Jesus Christ, I welcome all who are gathered in this sacred place, and all who join us around the world in praying for peace. Each day in this Temple dedicated to the pursuit of peace, reconciliation and healing of the spirit, we pray for peace and uphold one of the nations of the world. Today we remember the people of Albania in our prayers. Located in Southeastern Europe, Albania has played a largely helpful role in managing inter-ethnic tensions in the region. The transition from communism to a multiparty democracy has proven difficult as governments have tried to deal with high unemployment, a dilapidated infrastructure, powerful organized crime networks and disruptive political opponents. The agricultural economy is growing thanks to remittances from Albanian workers abroad—mostly in Greece and Italy. May God’s spirit of peace guide and bless us as we unite in worship and in prayer for peace within and among the people of Albania, and all nations. |
Scripture Reading |
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Be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you. |
Prayer for Peace |
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Dear God, We pray for persons who are experiencing the turmoil of brokenness which separates them from others and from sensing your presence. May your peace bring wholeness where there is brokenness. We pray for persons who are experiencing the agony of physical pain which prevents the expression of joyful living. May your peace bring comfort in the midst of such pain. We pray for your creation of plant and animal. May humankind be wise in its stewardship of your generous handiwork. May all persons strive for peaceful living with all of creation. We pray for the earth's children. May this precious resource, known as youth, experience a peace that passes all understanding. May the adult children of God leave a legacy of true shalom for future generations. May the peace of God dwell in our hearts, in our words, and in our actions as we engage each other throughout our days. Amen. |
Hymn |
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Prayers of the People |
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Great God of all creation, we come before you with praise and thanksgiving, even though our words seem inadequate for the depth of our gratitude. May our lives reflect our praise for your goodness, mercy and love. |
The People Pray in Silence |
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We seek your forgiveness for the times our thoughts and actions, or failure to act, separate us from you and from each other. Help us fully embrace the gift of your grace, and open our hearts to more fully express your love for others. |
The People Pray in Silence |
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We pray today for the people of Albania. Bless them with hope and strength to find solutions to the issues that challenge their nation. Guide and bless those who work for justice and peace in all nations. |
The People Pray in Silence |
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We pray for the grieving—those whose loved ones suffer and those who walk with the pain and mystery of death. May they find healing and peace through your comforting spirit. |
The People Pray in Silence |
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Please use this space to pray for any current concern or event in our community, city, state, nation or world that you feel needs to be held up to God for prayerful consideration. |
The People Pray in Silence |
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We praise you for knowing and loving us. We praise you for the gift of peace through Christ Jesus, in whose name we pray. Amen. |
Sending Forth |
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Our service concludes with ministry of music, after which you are invited to remain in the quiet of this place and pray or meditate as long as you wish. |
Ministry of Music |
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