For All Impacted by War in the Middle East

God of peace, who in Jesus came among us to free the world from death, we pray for those who have been wounded and killed during war in the Middle East. We pray for all whose bodies and souls are rattled as bombs strike. We pray for a swift end to this and all conflicts. Great God, your Son Jesus was crucified on Good Friday in the Holy Land now marked by conflict. Sanctify Good Friday Offerings for your glory and strengthen their impact for those who pray under the scourge of war in the Episcopal Church in Jerusalem and the Middle East. As we observe Good Friday this year, we see the suffering Christ in wounded civilians, displaced families, and those who mourn without safety. Grant them and all of us hope, through the grace of your Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.