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An online publication of the
Church of the Holy Nativity, Aina Haina,
November 14, 2024
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A Post-election Prayer for all of our People
Many among us are relieved that our challenging national election is over. It has been a difficult time. People have experienced a combination of feelings over these last few months: anxiety, fear, hope, sadness, and relief among them. We now have the opportunity to turn our hearts and minds to the future, remembering that, as Christians, we follow Jesus' example of love and reconciliation in community first and foremost. I commend to you the "prayers for our national life" in The Book of Common Prayer (beginning on page 820). It is a section we do not often turn to, but which I have found very helpful this past week.
I also invite you to talk with Rev. Jenn and me about what prayers, visits, and/or opportunities to talk together in community would most helpful to you in coming days. We feel called and we are ready to be present with you.
With prayers for peace, -Rev. Libby+
"Almighty God, who has given us this good land for our heritage: We humbly ask that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of your favor and glad to do your will. Bless our land with honorable industry, sound learning, and pure manners. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and arrogance, and from every evil way. Defend our liberties, and fashion into one united people the multitudes brought together out of many nations...all of which we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen."
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