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"We will nurture relations that are kind, just, respectful and inclusive among each other..."(Chapter Statement)

God of Love,

We are thankful for the work that has been done to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and pray that it may be implemented and lead to a lasting peace in the region.

With grateful hearts we celebrate the promised release of all those held against their will and pray for their recovery and recuperation as they are reunited with family and friends.

We pray that we never see such death and destruction in this region again.

May justice reign, justice that establishes peace, promotes hope, frees people from fear, encourages neighbours to love one another and brings an end to the seemingly endless cycle of injustice, violence and death in the region.

This we ask in the power of your spirit, Amen.

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In this new year

May Mercy be born anew

in the deep places of your heart

bringing you home

to where you truly belong

within the loving Circle of all Creation

-Sisters of Mercy Parramatta

"We will nurture relations that are kind, just, respectful and inclusive..." (Chapter Statement)

In his message for World Day of Peace 2025, Pope Francis calls for three actions: for wealthy countries to cancel the debt of poorer countries and develop a just international financial system, for the death penalty to be abolished everywhere and for, "at least, a fixed percentage" of armament budgets to be devoted to ending hunger and providing education for a sustainable future.

• Read the complete message here
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May the joy of Christmas

be a constant presence in your life,

and its message be a beacon of hope, lighting the way

towards harmony and understanding with one another.

We wish you peace

in your heart,

in your home,

and in our world

The Sisters of Mercy Parramatta