Prayer to Address the Sin of Racism

We pray for healing to address

The persistent sin of racism

Which rejects the full humanity

Of some of your children,

And the talents and potential You have given.

We pray for the grace to recognize

The systems that do not support

The dignity of every person,

That do not promote respect

For those who are seen as other,

Who bear the legacy of centuries

Of discrimination, fear, and violence.

We pray for graced structures

So children of color in Flint, and all children,

Have access to clean water and health care.

We pray for graced structures

So children of color in Mississippi, and all children,

Have quality education that will allow them to develop their

gifts.

We pray for graced structures

So children of color in Camden, and all children,

Have homes where families can live in dignity and security.

We pray for graced structures

So children of color in Chicago, and all children,

Can grow up without fear, without the sound of gunshots.

Lord of all, we ask you to hear and answer our prayers.

Give us eyes to see how the past

Has shaped the complex present,

And to perceive how we must create

A new way forward,

With a new sense of community

That embraces and celebrates

The rich diversity of all,

That helps us live out your call to reject

The sin of racism, the stain of hate,

And to seek a compassionate solidarity

Supported by Your grace and Your love.

We ask this through Christ, Our Lord. Amen.

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