October 15

Merciful God, we read in the news of so many things which cause pain and fear.  We don't understand how humans could do such things to other humans.  But, you know because you experienced cruelty and violence for yourself.  You experience it again with us.  Help us to forgive as you do.  Help us to return anger with love and to work for peace.  We pray in Jesus' name, Amen.