Prayers for Peacemakers: Pray for the Awa people of south-western Colombia

Pray for the indigenous Awa people of south-western Colombia. Last week 18 in one village were massacred by an unknown armed group, and 13 others were killed the week before. CPTers try to assist and accompany when possible. May the community be resolute in their struggle for the right to remain on their ancestral lands.

Prayers for Peacemakers: Pray for the bushfire homeless in Australia

Pray for those injured and the 5,000 people who are homeless due to bushfires in Australia. Devastating blazes have killed 200 persons, and firefighters are continuing to battle several fires. May solace come to the victims and their families.

Prayers for Peacemakers: Pray for Canada's Truth and Reconciliation Commission

Pray for Canada's Indian Residential Schools Truth and Reconciliation Commission, established to document the truth of 100 years of attempts at forced assimilation. All the commissioners have resigned, thus its start has been delayed. May persons of wisdom and integrity be found to undertake this important task.

Prayers for Peacemakers: Pray for the people of Sri Lanka

Pray for the people of Sri Lanka who are trapped as the military pursues Tamil Tiger rebels in the north of the country. The UN reports a humanitarian crisis and is trying to evacuate civilians, including children critically wounded in the fighting. May a peaceful path be found.