God of many names, lover of all peoples
we pray for peace in our nations and in our world.
We pray for all who have the awesome responsibility
of power and decision-making.
We pray for the innocent victims of violence and war.
Lead us and all peoples of the world
from death to life, from falsehood to truth.
Lead us from despair to hope, from fear to trust.
Lead us from hate to love, from war to peace.
Let peace with justice fill our hearts,
our world, our universe. AMEN
(Christchurch Cathedral)