Last week, our community received the sad news that Layan Nasser’s administrative detention has been extended for an additional four months. Layan is one of nearly 3,500 Palestinians under administrative detention. In this procedure, no charges are filed, and therefore, no appeals can be raised. Moreover, the detention can be extended indefinitely.
God of the imprisoned, bless Layan and the Nasser family who are being persecuted. Lord, we call on the Churches to use their power to show that Layan is not alone in her suffering. Lord, help us be salt and light as we struggle for all those in prison unjustly so you may say “I was in prison and you came to visit me” (Matthew 25:36).
Lord in your mercy… hear our prayer