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On June 11, 2025, faith leaders from the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the United Church of Christ released a joint prayer in response to the Israeli blockade that continues to deny life-saving aid to the people of Gaza. Following the interception of a civilian aid ship, this prayer lifts up deep lament and unwavering resolve, declaring:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“We cry out for your transformative power, one that radically dismantles oppressive systems and liberates the captive from the death-dealing forces of occupation and blockade.”<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the season of Pentecost, we call upon the Holy Spirit to stir bold proclamation and moral courage in the face of injustice. Join us in prayer and action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To read the full prayer, visit: here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/object>Prayer for Gaza_FINAL<\/a>Download<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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