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Israel\u2019s military has ordered Palestinians to move out of eastern Rafah, warning it is about to use extreme force. The consequences of an invasion in Rafah would be catastrophic. 1.4 million Palestinians have been sheltering in Rafah and half of them are children, most of whom have already been displaced. All eyes on Rafah.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf God of the oppressed, you know what it is like to seek refuge from the power of the empire. We ask you to protect the people sheltering in Rafah, many of whom have been displaced several times. Lord, ensure the people in Rafah that even if they are displaced, killed, and tortured that your love to them is unbreakable since, \u201che will never leave you nor forsake you\u201d (Deuteronomy 31:6).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lord in your mercy\u2026 hear our prayer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On April 30th, the United General Conference of The United Methodist Church made a groundbreaking call for church investment managers to exclude the bonds of three countries \u2013 Israel, Turkey, and Morocco \u2013 that are holding subject populations under prolonged military occupation. Furthermore, certain public actions were declared to struggle for justice and peace in Palestine and to answer the cries of the Palestinian Christian community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf God of hope, we are thankful for the efforts of the United Methodist Church to struggle for justice, peace, and truth. We pray that these statements and actions will encourage more Churches around the world to be witnesses to the God of the poor and the weak.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lord in your mercy\u2026 hear our prayer<\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the 5th of May, Israel shut down\u00a0Al Jazeera<\/a>\u2019s operations\u00a0in the country and seized some of its communication equipment, prompting condemnation from the United Nations and rights groups over Israel\u2019s restriction of\u00a0press freedoms<\/a>. This is yet another assault by Israel on the freedom of press since the 7th of October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf God of truth, we thank all journalists who have given a voice to the voiceless and have given the world a glimpse of dark realities. We remember that, \u201ceveryone who does evil hates the light and will not come into the light for fear that their deeds will be exposed\u201d (John 3:20). Lord, ensure that truth and freedom of press will be restored so that liberation, justice, and peace can be achieved.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lord in your mercy\u2026 hear our prayer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Thursday the 9th<\/sup> of May, Sabeel will be holding a special joint English and Arabic zoom service titled \u201cHope in the Midst of Hopelessness: Orthodox Easter & Ascension Day\u201d. This service marks Ascension Day for the Western Church and Easter for the Eastern Church and will include reflections from Rev. Dr. Naim Ateek, Patriarch Emeritus Michel Sabbah, and Archbishop Atallah Hanna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf God of love, we thank you for the leadership and actions of Rev. Dr. Naim Ateek, Patriarch Emeritus Michel Sabbah, and Archbishop Atallah Hanna who are part of the prophetic tradition of Palestinian Christianity. Lord, illuminate that your ascension, resurrection, and triumph happened brings good news with the oppressed and those crucified by the empire. Help us understand that if we are to be witnesses to your resurrection and ascension in our land, we ought to descend to the depths of suffering of the Palestinian people and proclaim liberation and peace.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lord in your mercy\u2026 hear our prayer     <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the 4th<\/sup> of May, Palestinian Christians and the Orthodox Christian world marked Sabt al-Nour, which symbolizes Christ\u2019s victory when he descended to hell. Whilst the origins of Sabt al-Nour are unknown, the day has become an indigenous Palestinian Christian practice potent with meanings of faith, justice, liberation, and victory. Sadly, the day was tainted with Israeli police violence which injured one of the Sabeel staff who attempted to receive the Holy Fire. Moreover, for the first time in history, the Holy Fire did not reach those celebrating in Gaza.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf God of light, ignite in us a Holy Fire which consumes any impurities, fears, self-doubt, pride, so we may bear witness to the living Christ. Lord, remind us not to focus on the tomb of Christ, for it is empty, but focus on the mission to spread the liberating fire of the Holy Spirit, even if there are checkpoints and empires in our way.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lord in your mercy\u2026 hear our prayer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The mass student protests in the United States are continuing. Despite facing detention, suspension, arrest, and other punishments, thousands of students have remained steadfast in their demands for a ceasefire, divestment from Israeli universities and companies that profit form the Israeli occupation, and the end of Palestinian oppression. In response, students have been met with military-style crackdowns and assault from Zionist groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Divine creator, we thank you for the students who are acting as good Samaritans working to end Palestinian suffering. Lord, give discernment to these protestors to continue keeping the people in Gaza the focus of the movement and not succumb to the pressures of those attempting to of derail their cause. Lord, block any attempt to disrupt the demands of the students whether by slander or violence and keep the movement going which is shaking up the world.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lord in your mercy\u2026 hear our prayer    <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf We join with the World Council of Churches in their prayer for the countries of India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lord in your mercy\u2026 hear our prayer<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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