Last week, hundreds of far-right Israelis stormed Al-Aqsa and UNRWA compounds amid the Jerusalem Day march. For settlers and far-right Israelis, Jerusalem Day commemorates the Israeli occupation and annexation of East Jerusalem after the 1967 war.
Beloved Christ, in your day, you did not hesitate to call out those who neglected justice and the love of God. (Luke 11:42) We raise our voices with you against the injustice happening in our current time, against those who march for hate rather than for justice and inclusivity. We ask you to instill in our hearts the resolve to work for the day that Jerusalem becomes a city that welcomes all.
Lord in your mercy… hear our prayer