Almighty
God, as people go to the polls this day we pray first and foremost for
peace. May the sense of community and connection be greater than any
division or difference, no matter how entrenched.
Knowing we will vote
in schools, churches, synagogues, and other communal gathering places,
may our commitment to care for one another grow as we stand in lines,
talk to our neighbors and recognize we have more in common than we often
realize. May we show one another kindness and respect, today and in the
days to come.
We thank you for the freedom to vote our conscience, of which you
alone are Lord. After this election, we are keenly aware that even if
the political rhetoric fades the acrimony it highlighted will remain.
Grant us the courage to step into the breaches and not shrink back into
our enclaves of homogeneity. Send your Spirit to drive us to the places
where you are already working to bring reconciliation.
Remind us
relentlessly that you are greater than every category we devise, more
powerful than any estrangement we have created, eternal, ever present
and always calling forth justice, peace and abundant life. Show us today
and everyday how to live in the love of Jesus Christ, the perfect love
that casts out fear. Amen.
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