Bahrain
Daily Prayer for Peace
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Gathering in Silence
Call to Prayer
Lighting of Candle
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Good afternoon. I welcome you to this time of worship and prayer for peace in the name of Jesus Christ, whose peace we seek for all creation. Each day in this Temple dedicated to the pursuit of peace, we pray for peace and uphold one of the nations of the world. Today we uphold the nation and people of Bahrain in our prayers. Located near the western shores of the Persian Gulf, the Kingdom of Bahrain is an archipelago of thirty-three islands. Known for oil and pearls, Bahrain has one of the world’s fastest growing and freest economies. Depletion of underground oil and water resources pose long-term economic concerns. Although a large step forward for women’s rights came in 2002 with women being given the right to vote, the rights of many are still unrecognized. United in a common desire for peace in our world, we affirm and uphold the worth of all persons and seek God’s shalom for the people of Bahrain, and all nations. |
Scripture Reading |
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The mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed. |
Prayer for Peace |
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Many of your sons and daughters, God, live by wooded hills and rolling fields, by the music of rivers, lakes, oceans, or the noisy symphony of the city. They are educated, well-fed. They have purpose to their lives. They can celebrate their existences, and for this we give grateful thanks. Creator God, we cry out with you. We cry out for justice and order, for equity and sanity. We cry out for truth and knowledge, for reconciliation and healing of the spirit. On our knees we pray for the release of your healing goodness to empower men and women of goodwill everywhere to rise up and stand against the evil that enslaves those in the wounded places of this earth. We pray that ignorance and superstition, apathy and aimlessness will be overcome by your glory--by intelligence, love, and compassion. We pray that enlightened people will rise up and join all forces for good. May the earnest prayers of all who unite at this moment rise in power as we pray for peace and goodwill to all who dwell on the earth. We call upon the holy name of Christ Jesus. Amen |
Hymn |
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Prayers of the People |
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God of all nations and all peoples, by whatever name you are known, we come before you in praise and thanksgiving. Guide us as we strive to live by your standard of peace which is for all creation. |
The People Pray in Silence |
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We humbly seek your forgiveness for times when our own selfish desires and pride cloud our vision to the needs of others. As we find blessing through the gift of your grace, help us share generously your gift of shalom with others. |
The People Pray in Silence |
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We uphold for your blessing the nation and people of Bahrain. May the leaders of all nations recognize the worth of all persons and protect the rights, freedom and dignity of all people. |
The People Pray in Silence |
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We pray for the needs and concerns of those gathered here and all who are united in prayer. May each person find healing and peace through the precious gift of 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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Hear our collective prayers, O God of Peace, that your peace may become the peace of this world. Amen. |
Sending Forth |
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Our service concludes with ministry of music, and 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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