Praying for our world – Ukraine
The war in Ukraine raises significant questions about trust, safety, identity, justice, truth, and more. Here you can access articles from our Christian Science Perspective column that speak directly to such concerns, offering inspiration to empower your prayers for yourself and for your global neighbors, whether near or far.
Prayer that brings comfort and peace of mindWhen we hear of frightening events driven by unsettled thinking, can our prayers help? Understanding God, Love, as the only power and intelligence brings a healing clarity to our thinking.
Praying about world leadershipPrayer can lift our thinking out of negativity and frustration about world leaders and contribute to a broader transformation of thought that supports healing change in the world.
‘All tears will be wiped away’In every hour, the light of God is here to deepen our understanding of love and life, which lifts grief and restores joy.
‘Life is not lost’Qualities such as selflessness, honor, and courageous love for others can never truly be destroyed, because we can never be separated from God, the divine Life that eternally upholds in everyone all that is good.
Whale songWhen the way forward seems unclear, if we’re willing to dive beneath the surface and consider a new, spiritual view of things, fresh inspiration and solutions come to light.
Active, healing peacemakingOur ability to be peacemakers comes from turning to God, the source of peace, and letting divine Love guide our footsteps toward practical solutions. This God-given peace begins within each heart, overflows to the world, and is lasting and all-inclusive.
The promise of ‘a bright tomorrow’Even in the face of difficulties, God’s love is a constant – here to heal, protect, and save – as this hymn highlights.
‘Be still, my heart’Welcoming the “gracious touch” of divine Love, God, brings healing, comfort, calm, and joy, as this poem conveys. (Read it or listen to it being sung.)
‘I’m not a victim’Are our joy and well-being at the mercy of circumstances beyond our control? In this short podcast, a woman shares inspiration that empowered her to move forward with peace of mind after her house was robbed.
Peace – to every heartOpening our hearts to God’s perfect peace is a powerful starting point for nurturing healing and harmony in our homes, communities, and beyond.
Truth speaks all languagesWhatever our background, wherever we are, and whatever the circumstances, the healing message of Christ speaks to all of us – in a way we can each understand.
Don’t give worry a way inWhen we open our hearts to God’s protecting love for all, we’re “caulking our arks” – equipping ourselves to express patience, compassion, and courage rather than succumb to worry and fear.
