A Prayer for Ukraine:God of all peoples and nations,Who created all things alive and breathing,United and whole,Show us the way of peace that is your overwhelming presence.We hold before you the peoples of Ukraine and Russia,Every child and every adult.We long for the timeWhen weapons of war are beaten into ploughsharesWhen nations no longer lift up sword against nation.We cry out to you for peace;Protect those who only desire and deserve to live in security and safetyComfort those who fear for their lives and the lives of their loved onesBe with those who are bereaved.Change the hearts of those set on violence and aggressionAnd fill leaders with the wisdom that leads to peace.Kindle again in us a love of our neighbour,And a passion for justice to prevailand a renewed recognition that we all play a part in peace.Creator of all hear our prayerAnd bring us peace. Make us whole. Amen.
Please visit this wonderful example of an Early English church which has served the village of Skelton for over 770 years.Spend some time in this beautiful church in prayer and contemplation.
