Churches and Christian organisations have responded to the violence that has taken place across many towns and cities recently
Prayer for community
Holy God, our refuge
In whom is our sanctuary,
We pray for all people and places caught up in hate filled violent street disorder.
We hold before you all who perpetrate violence,
All who live in fear of violence,
All who work to bring violence to an end.
We hold before you all who mourn the loss of life and livelihood resulting from violence.
Bring us and the world to always build cultures and communities of humanity, hospitality, healing and hope, where all are welcome, valued, belong equally, and have sanctuary and well-being.