Almighty One, we praise you and give you thanks for life, and for all children who start life in innocence, laughter and play. Make us mindful of the world’s children in the name of your beloved Son, who took them into his arms and blessed them. Grant us grace to embrace these little ones with nurturing love, to promote their strong physical growth, so that they may develop with keen minds and lively hears. Awaken our consciences and lead us, we pray, to recognize, acknowledge and repent of our collusion that has caused their suffering—their hunger, thirst, sickness, and early death. Give us holy anger and stir our wills and hearts to act on their behalf, for the sake of your love. Amen.
Jessica A. Hatch
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Lifting Women’s Voices Prayers to Change the World [pp 194-195]
Submitted by Ginger Lief