We join the World Council of Churches in their prayers for the people of The Caribbean.
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We invite all people of conscience to join us in praying for an end to famine in Gaza and Sudan, and for the cessation of wars everywhere.
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Last week, Sabeel had a session with Ir Amim to discuss the annexation of the West Bank, specifically the recently approved E1 plan that would separate the West Bank from East Jerusalem and effectively cut the West Bank in half.
Good God, as we witness the actions of empire, we think of the words of Prophet Isaiah: “Woe to those who make unjust laws, to those who issue oppressive decrees, to deprive the poor of their rights and withhold justice from the oppressed.” (Isaiah 10:1-2) We trust that you are a righteous judge who will deliver us from injustice. Embolden the world to do more than words and take real action to end the occupation.
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Sabeel continues to organize local events, workshops, and partner with sister organizations. Last Saturday, Sabeel hosted a yoga session, a Breast Cancer Awareness workshop, and a painting course series. Along with events each week, Sabeel is also planning for a bazaar for internationals and locals next month.
Loving God, we give thanks for the work of the Sabeel staff and those who are nourishing our community through art, wellness, and knowledge. Continue to give us the wisdom, humility, and faith to discern what our community needs so that we may serve and uplift them to the best of our abilities.
Lord in your mercy…hear our prayer
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FOSNA has relaunched the Clergy and Seminary Action Council with over 150 members registered. The launch event will take place Thursday, Oct 30, 2025 from 3-4:30pm (Eastern Time). Register for the event on FOSNA’s website. FOSNA welcomes clergy members, seminarians, and theological educators to FOSNA CSAC to collectivize our work toward liberation-theology for all.
Gracious God, you call each one of us to be free and to use our freedom to “serve one another humbly in love.” (Galatians 5:13) With this Clergy and Seminary Action Council, help keep us steadfast to the work of love and freedom, that we may be a church that embodies your will and peace on earth.
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OCHA has documented 71 settler attacks in the West Bank happening between 7 and 13 October. Half of these attacks occurred in the context of the olive harvest season, which commences in October each year. Israeli settlers injured at least 43 Palestinians, while the army injured at least 99 and killed 1 Palestinian. In addition, over 1,430 Palestinian-owned trees and saplings (mostly olive) and 40 vehicles were vandalized.
Divine Creator, in your hand is “the life of every living thing and the breath of every human being” (Job 12:10). We mourn the sins of settler colonialism that defile the beauty and goodness of your creation. During this olive harvest, marked by pain and violence, we pray for comfort and strength for Palestinian farmers and their families. We pray for an end to occupation and for justice and accountability for all who commit acts of violence.
Lord, in your mercy… hear our prayer.
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Since the ceasefire deal, only 986 aid trucks have entered Gaza despite the agreed upon 600 trucks per day. The daily average number of trucks that have entered Gaza since the ceasefire took effect does not exceed 89. In addition, the reports coming from Gaza are horrific; Hundreds of bodies were recovered under rubble, and Palestinian bodies released by Israel showed signs of torture and execution.
God of the oppressed, you dwell with those who mourn, who are persecuted with weapons, who hunger, and who suffer in prisons. We cannot fathom the extent of suffering in Gaza, but we lift up to you every soul, trusting that you see every tear and sorrow. Lord, grant us creativity, strength, and resilience to respond to the suffering in Gaza with compassionate action.
Lord, in your mercy… hear our prayer.
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Three Palestinian families (27 people) from Batan al-Hawa in Silwan were ordered to leave their homes or face eviction in the coming weeks. Settlers linked to the Ateret Cohanim association claim the land belonged to a 19th-century Jewish trust. The families, however, bought their homes legally decades ago and have lived there without challenge.
Holy God, we cry out to you as more Palestinian families in Silwan are at risk of being unjustly displaced from their homes. Help the church and the international community to stand with the people of Silwan.
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Last week, Hamas released all living Israeli captives while Israel released 2000 Palestinian captives. Over 9,100 Palestinians remain in Israeli prisons under torturous and horrific conditions, and many of them are detained without charge or trial. Before the war began, there were approximately 5,000 Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails, but it doubled, reaching over 11,000 by October 2025. Among those currently imprisoned are 52 women and around 400 children under the age of 18.
Holy God, we come to you heartbroken hearing the stories of torture that prisoners suffer through. You alone know the extent of their wounds and suffering. Lord, we cry out to you for justice, echoing the words of the Psalmist: “Rescue me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and cruel.” (Psalm 71:4) As we pray for the physical liberation of all captives, we also ask you to liberate us from the systemic sins of racism and hatred.
Lord in your mercy…hear our prayer
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We invite all people of conscience to join us in praying for an end to famine in Gaza and Sudan, and for the cessation of wars everywhere.
Lord in your mercy…hear our prayer
We join the World Council of Churches in their prayers for the people of Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico.
Lord in your mercy…hear our prayers