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 ''5. For Peace Among the Nations''

Almighty God our heavenly Father, guide the nations of the world into the way of justice and truth, and establish among  them that peace which is the fruit of righteousness, that they  may become the kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

6.  For our Enemies

O God, the Father of all, whose Son commanded us to love our enemies: Lead them and us from prejudice to truth;  deliver them and us from hatred, cruelty, and revenge; and in  your good time enable us all to stand reconciled before you;  through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayers for the Church

7.  For the Church

Gracious Father, we pray for thy holy Catholic Church. Fill it with all truth, in all truth with all peace. Where it is corrupt, purify it; where it is in error, direct it; where in any thing it is  amiss, reform it. Where it is right, strengthen it; where it is in want, provide for it; where it is divided, reunite it; for the sake  of Jesus Christ thy Son our Savior. Amen.

8.  For the Mission of the Church

Everliving God, whose will it is that all should come to you through your Son Jesus Christ:  Inspire our witness to him,  that all may know the power of his forgiveness and the hope