Friday, January 20, 2012

Prayer for Christian Unity

Day Three: Changed by the Suffering Servant (Fri., Jan. 20)
Isa 53:3-11; Ps 22:12-24; 1 Peter 2:21-25; Luke 24:25-27


This day calls us to reflect on the suffering of Christ. Following Christ the Suffering Servant, Christians are called to solidarity with all who suffer. The closer we come to the cross of Christ the closer we come to one another. For reflection: What areas of human suffering go unnoticed or are belittled in our society?

God of consolation, you have transformed the shame of the cross into a sign of victory. Grant that we may be united around the Cross of your Son to worship Him for the mercy offered through his suffering. May the Holy Spirit open our eyes and our hearts, so that we may help those who suffer to experience your closeness. ; You who live and reign forever and ever. Amen.

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