Light a candle, as a visible sign of the light of Christ, who is the light of the
world.
Take a deep breath. Feel the breath of God that has given you life. Centre
yourself and pray…

God, we pray fervently for the people of Ukraine. The situation they now face is not a new one. The name Ukraine translates to “borderland,” and this nation has been viewed for centuries as just that – a bordering land waiting to be conquered. This nation and its people have seen struggles with Russia for a century, and over 13,000 have already died in the small-scale war that has been raging in the southwestern area of Ukraine since 2014. They are a
resilient people who live in a volatile area of the world that has seen regular
war and upheaval. Yet Jesus walked the earth in a similar part of the world,
plagued by oppression and a ruthless empire. Your word promises in Isaiah
26:3 that, “you keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you,
because he trusts in you.” We ask that the people of Ukraine may be safe,
secure, and that they would know not only peace of earth but your true and
unwavering peace. Amen.