Christians, prayer for the world is an essential aspect of our vocation

Christian brothers and sisters, Prayer for the world is an essential aspect of our vocation.

We must stand firm in prayer always, and especially in this terrible moment for our human family that is unfolding in Ukraine.

Let us pray:

Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but
the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength
of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that all peoples
may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of Peace; to
whom be dominion and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

Almighty God, from whom all thoughts of truth and peace
proceed: Kindle, we pray, in the hearts of all people the true love
of peace, and guide with your pure and peaceable wisdom those
who take counsel for the nations of the earth; that in tranquility
your kingdom may go forward, till the earth is filled with the
knowledge of your love; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

O God, the Creator of all, whose Son commanded us to love
our enemies: Lead them and us from prejudice to truth; deliver
them and us from hatred, cruelty, and revenge; and in your good
time enable us all to stand reconciled before you in Jesus Christ;
in whose Name we pray. Amen.

Prayers from BCP2019 p. 654-655